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Brett, The AuDHD Boss
@brettwhitmarsh.bsky.social
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Here I talk about Autism and ADHD (#AuDHD) in the corporate workplace. Take what works for you 🏳️‍🌈 (views are my own) More here ➡️ https://linktr.ee/Audhdboss
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Why is job hunting so it ADHD so hard and how can we take a different approach to not burn ourselves out? How to avoid panic applying for the dopamine and how to navigate AI when applying for jobs. I’m talking w/ @ohheyitsliora.bsky.social #adhd #adhdbrian #adhdprobs #jobsearch

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Why Job Searching with ADHD is So Difficult and How to Fix it with Career Coach Liora Natania
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October 20, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Autistic masking = changing or hiding parts of yourself to fit in.
It can protect you — but it can also lead to burnout and identity loss. What it is, why it happens, and how to recognize it, with expert insights and personal experience.
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#Audhd #unmasking
Autistic Masking Explained: Signs, Impact, and How to Recognize It
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August 15, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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I used to think I had to answer immediately.
Now I know: “I don’t know, but I’ll find out” is powerful leadership. Mistakes I made as a neurodivergent boss—& how I lead differently now:
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#ADHD #Autism #Leadership #NeurodivergentWorkplace
The 7 Mistakes I Made as a Neurodivergent Manager (And What I Do Now)
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July 20, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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What happened when I #unmasked on stage for a #pride event? youtu.be/QIU1G0bsgtE?... #actuallyautistic #neuroqueer
Unmasking Autism & ADHD Through Stand-Up Comedy | Pride, Burnout & Finding My Voice 🏳️‍🌈
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June 29, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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Why I still mask at work — especially as an autistic manager with adhd #audhd #neurodiveristyatwork

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Why I Still Mask at Work—Even as an Autistic Manager with ADHD
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June 22, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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What is neuroqueering? Learning this term in my conversation with Dr Megan Anna Neff was eye opening, so I wanted to learn more about how it unlocks some unmasking for me and my queer identity: #autistic #Adhd #audhd
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What Is Neuroqueer? Unmasking Queer & Neurodivergent Identity with Dr. Megan Anna Neff
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June 2, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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“Masking is survival — until it isn’t.”
New episode with Dr. Megan Anna Neff is live. We talk about masking, identity, queerness, OCD, burnout, and the emotional layers behind “being fine.”

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#Autism #ADHD #Unmasking #Neurodivergent #MentalHealth #LateDiagnosis #QueerND
Understanding Unmasking Autism and Identity with Dr. Megan Anna Neff | The Autistic Burnout Workbook
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May 26, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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Want to know more about this autistic translator? I talked with the creator here: youtu.be/W_6jstQ4qa0?...
April 27, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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How do you manage an ADHD Boss? Turning to a former employee turned friend to learn how she did it: #adhd

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How to Manage Up When Your Boss Has ADHD
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April 27, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Late diagnosed autism: is it too late for me? Someone recently asked me why as an adult do I need a diagnosis? On this #autismawarnessday here is why it matters and why our needs are valid (spoiler: it’s not too late)

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Late Autism/ADHD Diagnosis: Is It Worth It? | My Experience
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April 2, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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How does autistic masking contribute to autistic burnout? And how unmasking autism be done in a safe and protective way? Working from the writing of Dr Megan Anna Neff’s Autistic Burnout Workbook I process what masking is and how it starts #autisticadult #latediagnosed

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Autistic Masking and Burnout: How Hiding Your True Self Leads to Exhaustion
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March 17, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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Internalized ableism is a contributing factor in some cases of autistic burnout. So how do those of us who were late diagnosed check in with ourselves:

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Managing My Internalized Ableism After a Late Diagnosis of ADHD and Autism
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March 9, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Is daylight saving still happening this weekend? Asking for my adhd…
March 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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Understanding Autistic Burnout with Dr. Megan Anna Neff of Neurodivergent Insights #autistic #autisticburnout #audhd #autismawarness

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Understanding Autistic Burnout with Dr. Megan Anna Neff
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February 16, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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You can’t spell FELON without ELON.
February 5, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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How am I managing my overwhelm while staying informed in a time of chaos? Merging my former journalistic life with my #audhd ways:

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How to Manage Overwhelm While Staying Informed | ADHD, Autism & Mental Health
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February 2, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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🚀 Corporate workplaces often push rigid structures that don’t work for ADHD minds. Instead of asking, “Why isn’t this employee trying harder?”, ask:
✔️ What sparks their interest?
✔️ How can we connect tasks to strengths?
✔️ What small accommodations would help?
#ADHD #Audhd
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The Secret to Managing ADHD Employees
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February 1, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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Happy Black History Month, and yeah, we're still doing that.
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February 1, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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How I Take a Strength-Based Approach to My Autism and ADHD in the Workplace
How I Use My Autism and ADHD Strengths to Succeed at Work
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January 29, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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What should I do if I think I’m autistic? —> #asd #autisticadult #autismawarness #audhd

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I Think I'm Autistic, Now What?
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January 12, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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💭 What if your manager held the key to your energy levels at work? New research shows how transformational leadership can help reduce burnout and foster recovery experiences. I break it all down in my new video.
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#NeurodivergentLeadership #ADHD #Autism
The Five Burnout Work Symptoms Your Boss Can Fix Now
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December 28, 2024 at 9:48 PM
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Just diagnosed with ADHD or autism? 📚 I’ve got 5 must-read books that helped me thrive as an autistic leader with ADHD.
These resources are packed with practical advice and validation for understanding yourself (or understanding someone in your life):
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Late ADHD & Autism Diagnosis: 5 Life-Changing Books
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December 23, 2024 at 4:49 PM
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Have you ever been told at work your explanations sound like excuses? So how do we balance giving context and being concise? Anticipating trouble while problem solving? On today’s video: how to communicate more effectively at work: #autism and #adhd edition

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How to communicate better at work ADHD and Autism Edition
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December 15, 2024 at 9:39 PM
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How to write an effective self-review at work for your annual review: #audhd #adhd and #autism friendly tips

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How to Write a Strong Self-Review for Your Annual Evaluation (Tips for ADHD & Autistic Professionals)
Those of us with ADHD or autism, the annual self-reviews can be daunting. We may forget our goals, struggle to organize our thoughts, or feel hesitant to talk about our wins. With a plan, this process...
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December 1, 2024 at 5:44 PM
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What are the advantages of getting an #autism #audhd diagnosis at my age? I was recently asked so here’s my answer:

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Why Getting A Formal Diagnosis with Autism and ADHD as an Adult Helped Me
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November 30, 2024 at 11:10 PM