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Communicating Complex HR Topics to Employees With Short Attention Spans

Be equipped to help your teams thrive by understanding how different brains work.

To say we are all distracted is an understatement at this time in our history. Social media, politics as well as social issues all fight for our attention. However, for many, including adults with ADHD and those that struggle with executive functions, distractions and challenges with paying attention can be a real effort and a lifelong struggle. The more we understand how different brains work, the more equipped we will be to help our teams thrive. Distracted employees can pay attention and stay focused under the right conditions and circumstances. And they can go from good employees to great team members if their strengths are fostered. This topic will introduce you to adult ADHD, how the brain works and how to create an environment where those who have challenges paying attention can do their best work and thrive. You cannot force someone to pay attention. However, you can help. The content in this program, while focusing much on adult ADHD, can be used to help any employee that finds themselves distracted and challenged to pay attention.

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Agenda

Understanding the Distracted Mind

  • ADHD - the Basics
  • Executive Functions and How They Run Our Life
  • Why Some Do Not Pay Attention
  • Dispelling the Myth That a Distracted Mind Cannot Pay Attention
  • Careers and Fulfillment
  • Why Making a Difference Is so Important for Employees
  • Why Your Organization Should Embrace Different Brains

Improving Communication With Distracted Employees

  • Why Clarity Is Crucial
  • Never Shame or Embarrass
  • Do Not Contribute to Information Overload
  • Ask Your Team Members
  • Visual Techniques for Communication
  • Ask for Feedback, Comments, Suggestions
  • Consider Checklists or Techniques Such as Kanban

Other Ways to Assist Distracted Employees

  • Common Accommodations
  • Regular Check-Ins
  • Time to Clear Head
  • Ideal Workspace
  • Consider Outside Coaching
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This course was last revised on December 10, 2020.

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This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.

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David Greenwood

David Greenwood

Greenwood & Associates

  • Wrote, Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with Adult ADHD, published by Sterling Publishing and an upcoming book, I’ve Decided to be Me
  • Speaker working with private business groups, as well as other corporate engagements
  • Podcast host, interviewing countless successful entrepreneurs as well as experts in ADHD
  • Served as director of communications for Special Olympics
  • Also presents disability awareness workshops for HR teams
  • Can be contacted at 617-633-3923 or www.OvercomingDistractions.com
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