ADHD at work

Prepare for a tricky conversation with your manager

Quick answer: Use AI to role-play the conversation and turn your points into a 3-bullet cheat sheet you can bring with you.

The problem

You lose your words when it matters, or forget the key point until after the meeting.

Copy, paste, go

I need to talk to my manager about [TOPIC]. My main points: [POINTS]. Make a 3-bullet cheat sheet and suggest how to open the conversation in one sentence.

Play my manager. I want to discuss [TOPIC]. Respond realistically, including pushback. After 4 exchanges, give me feedback on clarity.

Works in ChatGPT, Claude or any AI assistant. Swap the [BRACKETS] for your stuff and go.

Tools worth a look

• Claude
  General AI assistant, good at gentle, well-structured writing.
• ChatGPT
  General AI assistant. Free tier works for every prompt here.

Little things that help

• Bring the cheat sheet. It's normal to use notes.
• Ask for a written follow-up of what was agreed.
• If you're asking for a flexible arrangement, see our template pack.

Related fixes

• Plan a realistic day (time blindness)
• Break a big project into small steps
• AI tools for ADHD at work: a short, practical list
• Beat task paralysis at work

FAQ

How do I use AI to prepare for a hard conversation at work?

Use AI to role-play the conversation and turn your points into a 3-bullet cheat sheet you can bring with you.