Can you be high-performing and highly neurodivergent at the same time?

This week, we’re joined by tech industry pro Adam Clowes to discuss the reality of managing a "fast brain" in a fast-paced industry. Adam opens up about his journey from discovery to advocacy, proving that success in tech isn’t about fixing your ADHD—it’s about finding the authenticity to lead with it.

From the importance of supportive relationships to the "mental health tax" of the corporate world, Adam offers a masterclass in self-acceptance for every professional who has ever felt like an imposter.

In this episode, we reframe:

• The Tech Advantage: Why ADHD is often the secret engine behind innovation (and the risk of burnout).

• Advocacy at Work: How to speak up for your needs without losing your professional edge.

• The Support System: Why the right relationships are the ultimate "executive function" hack.

• Continuous Learning: Moving from a "fixed" diagnosis to a growth-oriented life.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:30 Adam's Background and Work in Tech

01:31 Authenticity on LinkedIn and Personal Branding

03:38 Discovering ADHD Through Social Media

06:10 Diagnosis Journey and Realisations

08:02 Living with ADHD and Embracing Positives

08:51 Supportive Relationships and Advocacy

11:30 Mental Health and Emotional Well-being

14:22 Impact of ADHD on Relationships and Family

16:53 Impulsivity and Inattentiveness Over Time

20:50 Hyperactivity and Internal Restlessness

24:48 Emotional Dysregulation and RSD

30:00 Tech Tools Supporting ADHD Management

32:58 Parenting with ADHD Challenges

39:25 Building Strong Family Relationships

42:52 The Reality of Parenting and Mistakes

44:09 Words of Wisdom for Newly Diagnosed Individuals

45:54 Strengths and Positivity in ADHD

48:02 Living a Balanced and Fulfilled Life

49:45 Closing Remarks and Gratitude