Recently it seems like there is an ADHD epidemic; kids, adults, everyone!  

While I have my own thoughts on the "diagnosis"  I thought it might be helpful to have few tips to help you either work with a boss who has ADHD symptoms or help yourself recognize and address certain tendencies. 

Using ADHD as an excuse for not getting things done just isn't acceptable anymore. 

If you want to change things, you can. 

I've witnessed major transformations many times over the years.  It's amazing each and every time!

It may not be easy, may not happen over night (or even many, many nights), you may fall down, but just get up, brush yourself off and try again.  Success is waiting for you!

• Meet on a weekly basis.
   
• Give permission for them to be vigilant in reminding you to do things.
   
• Be open and honest about your needs.
   
• Create accountability.  Make sure to actually then hold one another accountable.  Without this step it's a waste of everyone's precious time.
   
• Let go of details.
   
• Have them continually remind you of what you should be doing.
   
• Learn not to be ashamed of what you need.
   
• Be honest with yourself and with your helper.
   
• Give them permission to call you on the carpet.

TIPS FROM ASSISTANTS ON HOW TO WORK WITH BOSSES WITH ADHD:

• Be clear with boundaries.
   
• Don't get caught up in their bad moods or overly excited moods.
   
• Ask them how they want to be reminded.
   
• If you ask them X and they say No, just drop it. Nine times out of ten, it is just some emotionally irrational response. Give the boss time to think and then re-approach it.
   
• Stay calm and be honest at all times.