If you’re a professional woman with ADHD, you know how challenging the workplace can be. Managing time, prioritising tasks, handling deadlines, and navigating workplace interactions can feel overwhelming. The pressure to keep up can lead to stress, burnout, and imposter syndrome.

But, with the right strategies and support, you can work with your ADHD, not against it. That’s where workplace coaching comes in.

Having flexibility in the way you do your work can be the difference between a job that you love and a job that leaves you feeling burnt out, overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Workplace coaching with an ADHD focus can help you develop actionable steps to make genuine changes in your professional life. 

Who Am I?

I’m Jess Bevan, the creator of Powered by ADHD. With 15 years of experience supporting women, I understand the struggles that come with ADHD in professional settings, because I’ve been there too. I offer practical strategies that actually work, helping you navigate your career with confidence.

How Does It Work?

Coaching is delivered via Zoom, making it flexible and accessible no matter where you are. Sessions are $110 per hourly session, with a minimum booking of three sessions. I recommend at least six sessions to see real, lasting change.

How to Ask Your Employer for ADHD Support

If you need accommodations at work, approaching your employer can feel daunting. Here are some tips to make the conversation easier:

Be clear about your needs: Identify specific challenges you face and how accommodations could help. Preparing for this in advance is important. Ask a friend or trusted colleague to help you brainstorm if needed. 

Frame it in terms of productivity: Emphasise how adjustments will help you perform better, benefiting both you and the company. There may be other benefits as well, such as improved team functioning or improved morale. During conversations, people are trying to work out what is in it for them, so be prepared with this information.

Know your rights: In Australia, workplaces are required to make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities, including ADHD.  I wouldn’t recommend leading the conversation with this, but it is useful information to know. 

Suggest practical solutions: Instead of only pointing out difficulties, offer accommodations that could help. Your boss is likely busy and making decisions all day long. If you can approach them with well thought out and reasonable solutions and not just a problem, you’re more likely to have a good outcome. 

Keep it professional: Focus on the impact of ADHD on your work rather than personal struggles. ADHD’ers can often fall into the trap of overhsaring personal details and this can lead to regret later on. It also derails the conversation and makes it harder for an employer to justify an accommodation if the dialogue has moved to showing how it would help you personally, not professionally. 

Consider a written request: If verbal discussions feel overwhelming, start with an email outlining your needs.

Pick your time: I don’t need to tell you that in workplaces, there are times that are more hectic than others. Choose a suitable time for this conversation so that you are both calm and no one is rushing to get to a monthly meeting, or has an end of month report due. Have you seen your boss have a lunch break today or are they overdue? Hungry people are harder to deal with!  

Possible Workplace Accommodations for ADHD

✅ Flexible work hours or remote work options
✅ A quieter workspace or noise-cancelling headphones
✅ Written instructions and clear deadlines
✅ Task management tools or apps
✅ Regular check-ins with a manager for prioritisation support
✅ Extended time for tasks that require deep focus
✅ ADHD coaching or professional development support

If you’re hesitant to disclose your ADHD but have a formal diagnosis, you may want to consider the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) instead, which can provide support without requiring workplace disclosure.

How to Get Funding Through JobAccess

If you’re in Australia, you might be eligible for financial support through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) via JobAccess. This fund helps cover the cost of workplace modifications, including ADHD coaching.

Here’s how to apply:

Check eligibility: The EAF is available to most employees (or self-employed) with diagnoses ADHD who require support to perform their job effectively.

Gather information: You’ll need details about your workplace needs and the coaching support you’re seeking.

Submit an application: Visit the JobAccess website and apply online. They have multiple contact options if you need support with the application process. 

Approval & Payment: If approved, JobAccess will cover the cost of coaching, meaning you can get the support you need at no personal expense. They won’t reimburse though, so don’t purchase it before getting approved unless you are willing to wear the cost yourself. 

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re ready to make work life easier and more fulfilling, I’d love to help.

📩 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 0455 858 724
💬 Book a free 15-minute call to see if workplace coaching is right for you! https://tidycal.com/jessbevan/coaching-compatibility-call-clone20240617074634

You don’t have to struggle through work alone. With the right support, you can create a work environment that truly works for you!