Live ADHD Free
May 2014 Newsletter

Hi,

 

So much can be said about community. Here are some of my favorite observations:

 

"It is better to be alone than in bad company."

- George Washington

 

"Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success." -Henry Ford

 

"Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom."

- Marcel Proust

When focusing on getting the best out of ourselves - the best health, the best creativity, the best mood, and so on - there is only so much that can be done on your own. Just like the end results will benefit your whole community, the hard work it takes to get there goes more smoothly when you have your community's support.

 

This month I'll be writing a lot about the support team, from doctors to friends, and how to fit them into your treatment plan. A well-informed, sincere network can transform your quality of life. I've seen it happen for my clients, and I've lived it myself!

 

I'm also excited because this month I'm offering a special discount on all of my coaching services (see Spring Special Coupon below), and I'm preparing for some great speaking engagements and a new round of my popular seminar in June. I hope we connect on one or all of these projects!

 

Take care,

Carol

 

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Learning to Accept Help: A Client Story


 

ADHD Coaching SuccessJoan was a hotshot in Boston's financial industry. She had recently moved to a larger firm with a fancier job title, and unfortunately, things were not going well.

 

At Joan's old job, she worked with a highly collaborative team. The projects required each member to perform focused analysis with quick deadlines, and the whole group meshed well and kept each other on track.

 

When Joan applied for a new job, the firm was impressed by her analytical skills and how much she had accomplished in her career. She was hired, put through a quick training program, and sent to work.

In her new position, Joan's work process was very different. Her projects were self-directed, with long deadlines. Gone were the days of the collaborative team. 

 

Unsure of the details of her new company's workflow, Joan began a damaging pattern of bluffing, under-performing and apologizing. To avoid asking for help, Joan forced herself to learn every part of her new role through trial and error - much to the frustration of everyone involved.

 

After six months, Joan knew her job was on the line. Her boss had given her a negative performance review, and her coworkers were visibly frustrated. Everyone assumed that Joan would shine in her new role, and felt confused by her lackluster performance. Likewise, Joan encouraged her new colleagues to expect the best from her, because she was desperately afraid of being considered a fraud.

 

In my work with Joan, there were many changes oriented around scheduling, organization and self-image, but nothing was more important for her transformation than building a support system.

Joan's network of cheerleaders started with her husband, who was worried for his bright wife and made the initial contact with me. From there, we sought out allies in the office, and Joan pushed herself out of her comfort zone to befriend the most sympathetic of her coworkers. Gaining a friendly face made going to work a much more pleasant experience. 

 

The next step was to work with her human resources representative to outline a performance improvement plan. It was difficult for Joan to reveal her shortcomings, and she and her HR rep had clashing personalities, but in the end they both worked hard to put Joan's success first. Eventually, Joan's boss was looped in, to provide further guidance where her initial training had lacked. He agreed to waive the performance review, and instead set her up with a new series of deadlines to improve her productivity at work.

 

Like so many with ADHD, Joan's coping mechanisms had gone overboard. She was so worried about admitting confusion that she overcompensated by pushing help away, which only made the situation worse. She was never taught how to reach out for assistance and integrate feedback into her life. It was a challenging lesson to learn as a middle-aged woman, but Joan did her best. A year after she started at her new job, everyone started to see her game-changing talents on a much more consistent basis.

A Loving Community
About Carol 

 

Carol Gignoux May 2013
Carol Gigoux, M.Ed., is Boston's longest-serving ADD/ADHD Coach and Coach Trainer and the founder of
Live ADHD Free
, LLC.
 
Her approach is focused on the individual, with tailored strategies for long-lasting success. 

 

Reach Carol today at 

617-524-7670 or


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Read what Carol's clients say...
 

Look at what participants said about the January 2014 Live ADHD Free Seminar:

 

"Enlightening!" "Terrific!" "Insightful!" "Thought Provoking!" "Life Changing!"

 

Carol's presentation to our SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) was incredibly well-received. In my inbox the next morning there were emails thanking me for putting it together. She presented up-to-date information on ADHD and her tips and techniques were so helpful. I would definitely recommend her seminar.

- Christina Stille, Co-President Berlin-Boylston SEPAC

 

Carol was positive and created hope in overcoming some of the challenging behaviors associated with ADHD. I will definitely take advantage of the tips she provided.
- Karen, Methuen SEPAC

 

Carol has taught a number of classes on coaching AD/HD, consistently impressed students. She is engaging, knowledgeable and a delight to have in front of the room. She has a big heart and a great mind. Thanks for all you do, Carol!
- Marilyn Edelson, LICSW, MCC, Director, SOCOP B.U. School of Social Work, Professional Education Programs


 

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