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

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Podcast: [The AuDHD Boss: Neurodiversity at Work with Brett Whitmarsh](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-audhd-boss-neurodiversity-at-work-with-brett-whitmarsh-7118611)
Published: 2025-09-22T19:46:28+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brett-the-audhd-boss/episodes/What-to-Say-and-Not-Say-When-Employees-Share-ADHD-or-Autism-e38ipri
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## Resource

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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