In this insightful episode of the "On a Mission Mojo" podcast, host Lori Young sits down with ADHD Coach Nick to delve deep into the intricacies of living and working with ADHD. Lori discovered Nick through LinkedIn and immediately connected with his content, leading to today's enriching conversation. Even if you don't have ADHD, with today's digital environment, many may find themselves displaying ADHD symptoms.

Throughout the episode, Nick shares his personal journey from being unaware of his ADHD to becoming an ADHD coach. He highlights how ADHD affected his performance at work, leading to getting fired and feeling depressed. Nick discusses the concept of ADHD as a superpower, emphasizing the importance of embracing and managing it effectively. They explore various symptoms of ADHD, including hyperactivity, impulsivity, and the inner bully many ADHD individuals face. Nick also dives into his RISE framework for increasing focus on mundane tasks and shares practical tips for avoiding burnout.

Key Takeaways:

ADHD Symptoms in the Workplace: Missed details, meetings, and late arrivals are common challenges.
RISE Framework: Strategies to motivate yourself on mundane tasks like creating urgency and engaging yourself.
Supporting ADHD in the Workplace: Empathy, understanding, and positive reinforcement are crucial from bosses.
Avoiding Burnout: Awareness of symptoms and self-care techniques are essential to managing ADHD.
Impact on Relationships: Educating partners about ADHD challenges can improve relationships.

Quotes:

"Sometimes our impulsivity can lead us to bad places if we're not careful." - ADHD Nick K.
"For us ADHDers, we don’t know how to set realistic expectations and deadlines." - ADHD Nick K.
"The more you practice self-care, the better you can combat that inner supervillain." - ADHD Nick K.
"Kindness is my superpower." - ADHD Nick K.
"We just want to hyper-focus on the things that bring us happiness and give us that dopamine that we need." - ADHD Nick K.

Guest information:

Nick K. (a.k.a. ADHD Coach Nick) is an ADHD coach specializing in helping young adults harness their ADHD to reach their full potential in the workplace. He provides personalized coaching that offers specific tools, strategies, and clarity to enhance productivity, improve organizational skills, and excel as top performers. Nick is dedicated to managing ADHD symptoms and overcoming related challenges without experiencing burnout. He is an experienced graphic designer and a former musician, now channeling his passion into coaching.

Website: www.adhdcoachnick.com
Instagram: @Adhdcoachnick
X: @Adhdcoachnick
YouTube: @Adhdcoachnick


Connect with Lori (your host):

Lori Young is a certified online business manager, master marketer, and host of the podcast On a Mission Mojo. As the heart-centered founder of On a Mission Brands, Lori is passionate about helping ambitious changemakers scale their business online with strategic business, marketing and operational support. As their strategic biz bestie, her clients enjoy her relationship-focused and business-minded approach to growth. Lori is passionate about her team and leads a collaborative effort that helps everyone have fun while making a big impact. In her spare time, she is spending time with family & friends, watching the latest TV series with her spouse, or trying to master the game of golf - literally impossible.

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