ADHD is the most commonly cited form of neurodivergence — but it's widely misunderstood. In this episode, Jeremy Doran explains what ADHD actually is: not a deficit of attention, but a challenge in regulating it. He covers the science behind dopamine dysregulation, why diagnosis rates vary so widely (especially between men and women), and the remarkable strengths ADHD brings to the workplace — including hyper-focus, creativity, and the kind of unconventional thinking that drives innovation.

Jeremy also shares concrete, practical strategies — both for people with ADHD navigating their careers and for the leaders and colleagues who work alongside them.

If you lead technical teams, work in a STEM environment, or just want to understand how different brains operate — this one's worth your time.

In this episode:

• Why ADHD is a dysregulation problem, not an attention deficit
• The surprising statistics on diagnosis — including why women are dramatically underdiagnosed
• The three powerful strengths ADHD brings to teams: hyper-focus, creativity, and unconventional thinking
• Practical strategies for individuals with ADHD to structure their work
• What managers and colleagues can do to unlock the full potential of neurodivergent team members

Chapters:00:00 Introduction to ADHD in the Workplace00:51 Common Misconceptions About ADHD01:27 Understanding ADHD: Myths and Realities02:44 How Common Is ADHD?04:08 How to Capitalize on Strengths and Manage the Challenges04:57 Strengths and Challenges of ADHD06:58 Working Alongside Someone with ADHD07:06 Strategies for Managing ADHD in Professional Settings08:01 The Bottom Line

Keywords: ADHD, neurodivergence, neurodiversity, workplace, leadership, STEM, hyper-focus, creativity, executive function, time management

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Being neurodivergent isn't the problem. The world being built for neurotypical people is — but that doesn't mean you're off the hook for figuring out how to navigate it.

In this episode, Jeremy Doran uses three everyday examples — left-handedness, introversion, and non-native speakers — to build a case for why fitting in costs some people dramatically more than others. Then he introduces Dr. Matt Zakreski's seven-foot-tall analogy to reframe what neurodivergence actually is: not a deficit, but a trait paying a tax that most people never notice.

If you lead technical teams, this episode will change how you think about who's quietly exhausted on your team — and why.

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What if the biggest obstacle to your success isn't your circumstances — but the saboteurs living rent-free in your head?

Kae Wagner is a bestselling author and executive communication consultant specializing in Positive Intelligence (PQ). In this episode, she breaks down the nine saboteurs that quietly undermine our leadership, relationships, and happiness — and how understanding them is the first step to getting out of your own way.

Whether you're a Hyper Rational, a Stickler, an Avoider, or all three, this conversation will help you move from reacting out of old patterns to responding with clarity and intention.

Take the free Positive Intelligence Saboteur Assessment:Text Kae: 717-951-6049 (text only — identify yourself and mention PQ)

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