The AuDHD Boss: Neurodiversity at Work with Brett Whitmarsh

What to Say (and Not Say) When Employees Share ADHD or Autism


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When an employee shares that they have ADHD or autism, how should a manager respond? What words build trust, and what words damage it?

In this episode, Brett — The AuDHD Boss — shares a manager’s guide to responding with empathy, professionalism, and support when someone discloses ADHD or autism at work. Drawing on 12+ years of leadership experience as an autistic manager with ADHD, Brett breaks down:

  • ✅ What to say (and what NOT to say) when employees disclose ADHD or autism

  • ✅ Why every ADHD and autistic experience is unique — and why curiosity matters

  • ✅ Common mistakes managers make that harm trust and productivity

  • ✅ How simple accommodations can improve performance for everyone

This episode is both a guide for managers and a resource for employees who want to share this with their bosses or HR teams. If you’re working toward a more inclusive workplace, this conversation will help.

🌐 More from Brett:

  • Website → audhdboss.com

  • Substack → brettwhitmarsh.substack.com

  • YouTube → YouTube.com/@audhdboss

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