Navigating ADHD at Work: How Job Crafting Boosts Engagement and Mental Health

In episode 108, we chat with Justin Weinhardt to explore his recent research on ADHD in the workplace. Drawing from a multi-day study of employees with ADHD, they unpack how daily symptom fluctuations impact engagement—and how job crafting can serve as a powerful, science-backed strategy for managing attention and motivation at work.Key insights include:* Why ADHD symptoms vary day-to-day and how that affects work performance* The surprising effectiveness of adding fun and variety to tasks* Why reducing workload isn’t always the best solution* How organizations can foster environments that support mental health disclosure* What all employees can learn from ADHD coping strategiesWhether you’re a manager, researcher, or someone navigating ADHD at work, this episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective on neurodiversity and workplace well-being.Check out the original paper here: https://link-springer-com.ezproxy2.library.colostate.edu/article/10.1007/s10869-025-10065-0You can find Dr. Weinhardt here: https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/justin-weinhardt This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit healthywork.substack.com