In this episode, Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren discuss how one’s executive function difficulties can affect an individual in the workplace. If who think differently, or experience symptoms of dyslexia or ADHD, this episode offers many tips and tricks. The discussion centers around how to “show up, prepare, contribute, and collaborate."
How to Show Up
Invest in a calendar that works for you
Avoid double booking
Dodge missing appointments
Reply to emails and texts
Recommended Tips:
Use Google Calendar
Use Amazon Echo or other devices
Implement double or triple reminders
Attend workplace strategy coaching
Pursue training in time management and estimation.
How to Prepare
Avoid “winging it”
Implement note-taking strategies
Voice notes
Handwritten
Text
Mindmapping
Outlines
Recommended Tips:
Use of techs like iPads and phone
Implement optical character recognition
Pursue training
Use mind-mapping techniques
Manage clutter
Conduct prior research
How to Contribute and Collaborate
Getting things done
Writing things down
Visual representations
Recommended Tips:
Use Tech tools
Pursue training
Consider S.M.A.R.T.
Check out Asana
Implement vision boards
Try Google Keep
Use voice-to-text software
Access to Work Scheme from the UK
Technology tools
Training options
Strategy Coaching
Awareness techniques
Independence
Links:
Asana: https://app.asana.com/
Getting Things Done: https://tinyurl.com/4weas25p
Sessions with Darius: www.dyslexiawork.com
Sessions with Erica: www.learningtolearn.biz
Erica’s Executive Functioning and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies
BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/
Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/
Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies
Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/
Working Memory: https://tinyurl.com/mr4axkbk
Dyslexia at Work: www.dyslexiawork.com