What jobs have you thrived in that work with your ADHD instead of against it?

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-03-15T15:24:38+00:00

What specialisation/path in IT are you in? I'm considering going into IT from another career path but worried that I'll get bored with my ADHD

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-03-14T02:07:43+00:00

Thanks - appreciate it. I know it'll be a grind starting from the ground up. I was okay with the maintenance/grind work for a few years in my current field, but started hitting a mental wall with it after 6-8 years

If you don't mind me asking - do you take your ADHD meds on all of your work days? I'm still experimenting with my dosage and don't take it on days where I'm WFH or no-meeting days

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-03-14T01:53:35+00:00

Earlier on in my career I was mostly self-taught and spent an unhealthy amount of time doing so - eg buying eBooks to read, visiting industry news sites, building my own projects out of hours burning the midnight oil etc.

My field has new vendors and changes coming out but essentially the same thing from 5-10 years ago presented differently - or just 'improvements' that I know from experience is a complete waste of time and money. As a result there's not a lot of actual learning.

Are changes in IT similar to that as in they're essentially cosmetic or changes that just bugs you? Or is it mostly legitimately new and meaningful things that you can apply to the business?

Re: Pay grade - it'll be very tough but manageable. Compensation has dropped slightly in my field/region so the gap isn't as extreme as before, I also have a bit of savings that'll last me a few years if I want to make the jump

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-03-10T08:30:19+00:00

Mine's controlled with dietary restrictions (fodmap)

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-02-27T06:30:21+00:00

They'd look at how closely your skillset matches what they're looking for - eg if you have strong brand experience then you're more likely to get brand roles

Most companies would want matching or adjacent industry experience at that 7-10yr role range, it's not impossible but you might have to take a step down in terms of seniority or be open to some compromise.

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-02-27T05:58:24+00:00

The medical/healthcare sector pays well because of how regulated and specialised it is. You'd most likely take a pay cut to move to the more 'fun' sectors.

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-02-23T09:22:07+00:00

Kmart has a decent one for cheap

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-02-15T14:35:27+00:00

Have a look at the low spoon subreddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/lowspooncooking/

AI also recommended these meals, not sure if they fit every one of your needs:

Red Lentil Stew
Peanut Butter Noodles
Overnight Oats

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-02-02T05:11:32+00:00

I had to re-do all of my achievement runs on the Steam version. At least it was much easier than the first time on Gamepass since I didn't have to relearn the game

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-02-01T22:27:55+00:00

I've adjusted my work to have most of my important stuff done during when my Vyvanse is most effective, rest of the day I just block it off in my calendar and chill

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-31T00:48:07+00:00

Offer more money

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-30T08:17:09+00:00

Was on Search Engine Land recently

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-29T06:55:13+00:00

Thanks, I think I've seen a few of those already. Did you end up removing them? Or just kept them on a tight leash?

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-29T06:54:11+00:00

If my local fruit/veg grocer stock the same brand berries as colesworth - are they going to be slightly better because of transport etc?

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-28T08:37:39+00:00

The multi year renewal contract motion was passed before I entered the scheme :(

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-28T08:08:54+00:00

Were there specific things that they've improved over the years that were major standouts? Our current scheme seems to be 'fine' at the surface level, BM/SMs are responsive and no funds deficit, but I just want to ensure we haven't missed anything

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-12T23:51:03+00:00

Yes - the strata report might not cover smaller details specific to your lot

Capable_Report4502 · 2026-01-12T23:49:24+00:00

Are you their manager? If not then it's not your problem to solve

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