Brett
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Hi, I’m Brett, the AudHD Boss, and I’m here to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities of being ADHD and autistic in the corporate workplace. One of the most common questions I receive is: Should…
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Introduction: Welcome to Audio Boss, where we explore the intersection of neurodiversity and corporate life. I’m Brett, an autistic boss with ADHD (AuDHD), and today, we’re diving into a crucial topic: executive function in the workplace.…
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Are you wondering if ADHD is considered a disability? You’re not alone. This is a question I’ve been getting a lot lately, and it’s something I’m eager to address. I’m Brett, an autistic boss with…
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Why ADHD Employees are Valuable ADHD employees are among the most creative and effective problem solvers. They bring unique perspectives, ask insightful questions, and excel in dynamic environments. Creating a supportive atmosphere for these employees…
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Many of us are nervous about asking for ADHD and Autism accommodations at work, so how do we approach this?…
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Ever felt lost in research or too absorbed in a project? One useful trick I use is back timing and time blocks to keep myself focused. When deep focus or special interests take over, it’s…
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Protecting your time and space at work is crucial to prevent burnout. Meetings often take up a lot of time, making it difficult to get work done. In this video, Brett shares his experience as…
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I’m Brett, the AuDHD Boss, and I work on this site to help other neurodivergents in the workplace. On this channel, we provide career coaching for those who work in corporate jobs and want to…
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Today I had an overwhelming day at the office. In today’s video I walk through how I manage my neurodivergent overwhelm at work:
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Dreading annual goals at work? Feeling overwhelmed by corporate jargon and unrealistic expectations? You’re not alone!…
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Introduction: One of the hardest parts of being neurodivergent is we sometimes hit these walls where we struggle to get started even if it’s something we want to do. We sometimes need help to start…
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Over on The Heinemann Podcast I have the delight to interview Patrick Harris. This book is a special one for me. Read on or rather listen to find out why: ((From blog.heinemann.com)): We all have…
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This is a love story. I was the reluctant participant, though. 14 years ago, I was not quite over our last dog, but Lucia knew better. We first tried to adopt Tosh’s brother, Buddy, but…
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((Originally written in September 2020 for Bisexual Awareness Week)) I cringe at the memory of how I reacted when Tommy (not his real name) told me he’s bisexual. It’s 1997, and while I’m deep in…
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Whether you’re a teacher trying to teach online, in business meetings on Zoom or Microsoft Teams all day, or if you’re new to recording yourself with a device or your computer (maybe you’re a guest…
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During the summer of 2017, the Heinemann Fellows hosted a day on antiracist work. The event was led by Heinemann authors Sonja Cherry-Paul, Cornelius Minor, and Sara Ahmed. Each author led us through a series…
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Audiobooks have been one of the most requested materials at Heinemann. This year we’re exploring what’s possible. I’m very excited to be executive producing our audiobooks. This year we’re starting with a small collection. See…
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This new podcast we’re producing might be what I am most proud of in my work at Heinemann. Hosted by authors Kate Roberts and Maggie Beattie Roberts, this show is designed to be both an…
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A few nights ago, on Twitter, I was reflecting on some of the work we did on The Heinemann Podcast in 2017. The podcast is still a new space for us to learn in, we…
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For almost a year now I’ve had the honor to host (and produce) The Heinemann Podcast. This week we shared a conversation on dismantling racism in education. These are not easy conversations, but with these…
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