Neurodivergence & the Job Market with ADHD/Executive Coach Farah Jamil
The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Release Date: 07/18/2025
Burnout and Self-Empowerment with ADHD Coach Christine Kotik
The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
In this episode, ADHD coach Christine Kotik shares her journey to becoming an ADHD coach, discusses the impact of burnout on adults with ADHD and provides actionable steps for managing time, productivity and emotional regulation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environments for neurodivergent employees and implementing strategies that benefit everyone in the workplace. Highlights Understanding burnout in adults with ADHD The concept of the 'Me Hat' Supporting neurodivergent employees Mentions 📣 If you enjoy the show, please leave a review...
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Navigating Burnout with ADHD Coach and Therapist Megan D'Angelo
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In this episode, ADHD coach and therapist Megan D'Angelo shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life. She discusses practical strategies to manage ADHD, navigate burnout, and maintain household routines, especially in neurodivergent families. Highlights Megan's Personal ADHD Journey The Role of ADHD Coaches Understanding Burnout in ADHD Strategies to Combat Burnout Managing a Neurodivergent Household Final Thoughts and Contact Information Mentions - Megan's ADHD coaching and consulting practice - Affordable mental health assessments 📣 If you enjoy the show,...
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Prioritization & Systems for ADHD Entrepreneurs with Skye Waterson
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In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, host Sky Waterson, an ADHD strategist and founder of Unconventional Organization, shares her journey to an ADHD diagnosis during her PhD. She discusses common prioritization mistakes among ADHD individuals and introduces systems to help ADHD entrepreneurs focus and grow their businesses. Sky emphasizes the importance of personalized systems and the impact of the 80-20 rule in optimizing business operations for ADHD minds. Highlights Skye's ADHD Diagnosis Journey Prioritization Challenges and Solutions ADHD Online Diagnostic Evaluation...
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Creating Neurodivergent Friendly Workplaces with Dr. Saara Haapanen
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In this episode, Dr. Saara Haapanen, a performance scientist, ADHD coach and international speaker, discusses neurodivergent-friendly workplaces. She shares her journey into the field, emphasizing the importance of supporting ADHD individuals in the workplace. Dr. Haapanen explains her patented FUNK MS model that caters to the unique motivational needs of ADHD individuals, stressing the potential benefits for both employees and organizations. Highlights Dr. Saara's Journey with ADHD Diagnosis and Coping Mechanisms ADHD in the Workplace Motivation Strategies for ADHD Challenges and...
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The ADHD Marriage & Economic Uncertainty with Melissa Orlov
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In this episode we are joined by Melissa Orlov, an award-winning author and expert on ADHD and marriage. Melissa shares her journey into the field, practical strategies for couples dealing with ADHD during times of economic volatility, and how to build resilience and maintain connection. Highlights Challenges for ADHD Couples During Tough Times Financial and Emotional Strategies for ADHD Couples Building Resilience and Connection Mentions adhdmarriage.com adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd
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Understanding Inattentive ADHD with Cynthia Hammer
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In this episode, Cynthia Hammer, author of Living With Inattentive ADHD and executive director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, joins the show. Cynthia discusses her personal journey with ADHD, the importance of early diagnosis, and the challenges faced by individuals with inattentive ADHD. Find the ADHD Girls is the latest project of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, focused on raising awareness and providing resources to help identify and support girls with ADHD, who are often underdiagnosed. Highlights Cynthia's ADHD Diagnosis Journey Founding the Inattentive ADHD Coalition Understanding...
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Culturally Responsive ADHD Care With El Futuro's Dr. Luke Smith
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Dr. Luke Smith walks us through how El Futuro, a nonprofit addressing Latino mental health care in North Carolina, advances culturally responsive ADHD support. He shares what culturally responsive care looks like, from philosophy to practice. Listeners gain insights into effective, culturally-attuned approaches for ADHD within a community-centered focus. Highlights How being understood culturally helps clients heal and thrive. Examples of holistic and lifestyle-based ADHD treatment. Examples of common hurdles and real-world nuances in navigating treatment options. Mentions El...
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The Octopus Approach for ADHD Entrepreneurs with Avy Schondorf
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This week we’re joined by Avy Schondorf, a mom, entrepreneur and host of the AvyHD podcast, who shares her journey of self-discovery, entrepreneurship and building systems that work for neurodivergent minds. Highlights: The concept of "invisible admin" The importance of shame-free support Practical strategies for managing life and business with ADHD Mentioned in This Episode (promo code: adultingadhd40) Avy on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook: @avhd
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Beating Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria with Jessica Summers
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In this episode, RSD coach Jessica Summers explores Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and its impact on people with ADHD. The conversation covers what RSD is, how it affects individuals differently and effective tools and strategies for managing emotional dysregulation. The episode also touches on the importance of setting boundaries and learning to prioritize self-care. Highlights Jessica 's own experience with RSD and how she got into this work RSD definied and its significance to sufferers Methods of treatment, including hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming Creating a sense of...
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Dating With ADHD: Red Flags vs. Green Flags with Beaonca Ward
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Relationship coach and marriage and family therapy graduate Beaonca Ward helps high-functioning neurodivergent women - many with ADHD - overcome dating anxiety, find meaningful partnerships and have fulfilling sex lives. Tune in to discover Bianca’s personal journey, the unique challenges neurodivergent women face in relationships, and practical strategies for building healthy, empowered connections. Highlights: The increased risks and unique challenges neurodivergent women face in intimate relationships How traits like novelty-seeking and loyalty can both help and hinder relationship...
info_outlineIn this episode, I. interview Farah Jamil, an Ivy League-educated health executive, consultant, and ADHD coach. Farah discusses her journey with a late ADHD diagnosis, her work as a community builder for Muslim ADHDers, and provides tactical advice for neurodivergent individuals on how to survive in today's challenging job market.
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The FAN Framework: A strategy for being proactive in your career by Focusing on the facts, Asking instead of assuming, and remembering that No one is a mind reader.
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Working from the Inside Out: The crucial path from self-awareness to self-empowerment and finally to self-advocacy in the workplace.
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Combating Burnout: Recognizing the "three Ps" (Procrastination, Perfectionism, Paralysis) and the importance of setting healthy boundaries to prevent physical, mental, and emotional burnout.
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Leveraging Neurodivergent Strengths: How teams with neurodivergent members can foster more innovation and better problem-solving abilities.
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EY (Ernst & Young): Check out their Centers for Neurodivergent Excellence for career ideas and to see how major companies are supporting neurodiversity.
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ADHD Online: To save $40 on a comprehensive assessment, visit adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd and use promo code
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Follow Farah Jamil: Connect with Farah on LinkedIn or visit her website at farahjamil.com.
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