ADHD at Work: What Employers Get Wrong (and How to Fix It) | Shell Mendelson on Neurodiversity

Is your workplace truly inclusive of ADHD and neurodivergent employees, or just checking a box?
In this powerful episode of Growth Hacking Culture, we’re joined by Shell Mendelson, a seasoned career counselor and ADHD advocate, to explore the overlooked realities of ADHD in the workplace.

With over 4.4% of adults estimated to have ADHD—many of them undiagnosed—most workplaces are unknowingly failing to support a significant portion of their talent. From rigid structures and biased performance evaluations to the ongoing stigma around neurodiversity, Shell shares how companies can move beyond surface-level inclusion to create environments where ADHD professionals can thrive.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

✔ The real prevalence of ADHD in the workplace—and why it’s often hidden
✔ The biggest misconceptions companies have about ADHD employees
✔ Why traditional performance metrics are misaligned with neurodivergent strengths
✔ How ADHD impacts focus, productivity, and role fit in modern work settings
✔ Why career coaching is especially impactful for neurodivergent individuals
✔ How to define your "must-haves" to find work that fits your brain wiring
✔ What practical changes employers can make to support ADHD talent effectively

About Shell Mendelson:

Shell Mendelson is a career counselor, ADHD specialist, and neurodiversity advocate with over 30 years of experience. After navigating her own challenges with ADHD in the workplace, she has guided 700+ individuals toward fulfilling, strength-aligned careers. Shell blends lived experience and clinical training to help others thrive in their professional lives.

How to reach out to Shell Mendelson:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourpassiontocareer/

Her website Passion to Career https://passiontocareer.com/

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