In this episode, Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren discuss how one’s executive function difficulties can affect an individual in the workplace. If who think differently, or experience symptoms of dyslexia or ADHD, this episode offers many tips and tricks.  The discussion centers around how to “show up, prepare, contribute, and collaborate." How to Show Up - Invest in a calendar that works for you - Avoid double booking - Dodge missing appointments - Reply to emails and texts Recommended Tips: - Use Google Calendar - Use Amazon Echo or other devices - Implement double or triple reminders - Attend workplace strategy coaching - Pursue training in time management and estimation. How to Prepare - Avoid “winging it” - Implement note-taking strategies - Voice notes - Handwritten - Text - Mindmapping - Outlines Recommended Tips: - Use of techs like iPads and phone - Implement optical character recognition - Pursue training - Use mind-mapping techniques - Manage clutter - Conduct prior research How to Contribute and Collaborate - Getting things done - Writing things down - Visual representations Recommended Tips: - Use Tech tools - Pursue training - Consider S.M.A.R.T. - Check out Asana - Implement vision boards - Try Google Keep - Use voice-to-text software Access to Work Scheme from the UK - Technology tools - Training options - Strategy Coaching - Awareness techniques - Independence Links: Asana: https://app.asana.com/  Getting Things Done: https://tinyurl.com/4weas25p Sessions with Darius: www.dyslexiawork.com Sessions with Erica: www.learningtolearn.biz Erica’s Executive Functioning and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Working Memory: https://tinyurl.com/mr4axkbk Dyslexia at Work: www.dyslexiawork.com