623- AI for ADHD Brains at Work: New Ways to Support Executive Function
Summary
Diane Wingert, an ADHD business strategist, presents a framework for using AI to support executive function at work without sacrificing critical thinking. She categorizes tasks into "for me," "with me," and "only me" buckets to determine appropriate AI involvement and addresses common ADHD stalls like task initiation and working memory. Wingert advises making AI use "boring" by creating simple, reusable prompts and triggers to prevent novelty-driven rabbit holes. The episode also covers privacy concerns, accuracy checks, and strategies to avoid over-reliance on AI for creative or judgment-b…
Topics discussed
Sponsors and introduction to the presentation
The problem of abandoned productivity tools
Why ADHD brains are drawn to AI and setting expectations
Identifying your executive function stall
Sponsor segment: BetterHelp
The three buckets: For me, With me, Only me
Crafting effective prompts for ADHD brains
Making AI usage boring and routine-based
Evaluating success and a real-world case study
Q&A: Audience examples of AI usage
Q&A: AI language, perfectionism, and tone
Q&A: Avoiding rabbit holes and over-reliance
Q&A: Privacy, client work, and boundaries
Q&A: Balancing efficiency with critical thinking
Q&A: Autonomy, job fit, and personal boundaries
Q&A: Accuracy, verification, and final tips
Closing remarks and resource links
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