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      Interview with Dr. Edward Hallowell (Part 2) – ADHD & Careers


      Key Points

      🔹 Finding the Right Job

      • Many ADHD struggles come from being in the wrong relationship or job.
      • Don’t quit impulsively — explore other jobs while keeping your current one.
      • Creative outlets are essential for ADHD brains.

      🔹 Choosing a Career

      • Use the three-circle method:
        1. What you love to do
        2. What you’re good at
        3. What people will pay you to do
      • The overlap = your best career choice.

      🔹 Managing Boredom

      • ADHD people may get bored even in good jobs.
      • “Reinvigorate” work by asking for new projects or challenges.
      • Similar to keeping long-term relationships exciting.

      🔹 Disclosing ADHD at Work

      • Usually don’t disclose — most employers misunderstand ADHD.
      • Instead, describe strengths/weaknesses directly:
        • Strengths: ideas, innovation, creativity.
        • Weaknesses: punctuality, organization, time management.
      • Frame needs positively (e.g., “Deadlines help me deliver” vs. “I procrastinate”).

      🔹 ADHD Strengths

      • Innovators, risk-takers, creat
      • Generous, strong-willed, tenacious.
      • Downsides (disorganization, procrastination) can be managed.

      🔹 Work Habits

      • Thrive when busy and engaged, but risk overworking.
      • Sleep and exercise are natural regulators.
      • Time-blocking helps manage distractions.
      • Motto: “Find your feel and make it real.”

      Wrap-Up

      • Jessica thanks Dr. Hallowell.
      • Celebrates 100k subscribers 🎉.
      • Reminder: listen to your body and rest when needed.
      • Upcoming: Vidcon & TEDx vlogs, mental health panel.
      • Thanks patrons for making the interview possible.