The Overlapping Realities of Giftedness and ADHD in Female Entrepreneurs
Many of my entrepreneurial clients have ADHD and a growing number of them are women identified as gifted in childhood. While they are exceptionally bright, creative and original thinkers, gifted entrepreneurs struggle with perfectionism, imposter syndrome and overcomplicating their business. In this episode, we will highlight the nuances and commonalities between these two facets of identity and delve into the 7 areas of overlap between ADHD and giftedness in entrepreneurial women.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
👩💻Understand the challenges of gifted women entrepreneurs, including lack of support, feeling misunderstood, and social dynamics
👩💻Exploring the impact of giftedness and ADHD on career decisions and workplace experiences
👩💻Examining the overlap and distinctions between ADHD and giftedness in entrepreneurial women
👩💻Recognizing the individual differences and varying factors that affect the experiences of gifted women and those with ADHD
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"I also think that our culture needs to do a much better job of actually valuing diversity of thought, recognizing unique contributions and providing resources for both personal and professional development for the people who choose to work for them."
Mentioned in this episode: Why Smart People Hurt by Eric Maisel https://bit.ly/3RDnYCk
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Want to put Insight from this episode into action? Here are some thinking questions:
🔍 What strategies have you found effective in managing the pressure and expectations that come with being gifted and driven?
🔍 How can individuals with ADHD and traits associated with giftedness leverage their unique perspectives and abilities to succeed as entrepreneurs?
🔍 What are some practical strategies for managing challenges related to sensory sensitivity and emotional attunement that are common in both ADHD and gifted individuals?
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