EPISODE · Sep 10, 2025 · 28 MIN
When Productivity and Meritocracy Reinforce Ableism in Inclusive Leadership Coaching By Terri
from Neurodivergently Coaching · host Terri Donohue
🔥 The Productivity Obsession That's Actually Perpetuating Harm What if everything we've been taught about productivity in coaching is reinforcing 400+ years of ableist systems? This groundbreaking episode exposes the hidden pipeline from meritocracy to ableism that's infiltrating coaching practices everywhere. Discover why "just work harder" mentality violates inclusive leadership principles and learn the essential lens shift from "What's wrong with them?" to "What support do they need?" Perfect for mentor coaching, CCE credits, and coaches committed to neurodiversity inclusion. What You'll Learn: How toxic productivity undermines coaching ethics The meritocracy-to-ableism pipeline destroying client trust Sustainable productivity strategies for neurodivergent clients ICF-aligned approaches to inclusive coaching practices Why accommodations aren't weakness—they're accessibility rights Essential for: ICF Core Competencies & Ethics Alert! Inclusive leadership coaches, mentor coaches, neurodiversity specialists, ICF credential holders pursuing CCE hours, and any coach working with ADHD, autistic, or neurodivergent clients. Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ Podcast Disclaimer Bio: Terri Donohue is a passionate and ICF/PCC-certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) coach specializing in Neurodiversity Life and Leadership. With 23 years of experience in the entertainment industry, where she earned an Emmy nomination, Terri brings a unique blend of creative expertise and a deep commitment to empowering others. She works with and prefers to align herself with ours, which values honesty, personal development, fairness, and connection. Resources mentioned: Devon Price's "Laziness Does Not Exist" https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/laziness-does-not-exist-devon-price-phd/1137251962?utm_source=chatgpt.com Primary Tags: #InclusiveLeadership #NeurodiversityCoaching #ICFEthics #MentorCoaching #CoachingEthics #ADHDCoaching #AutismCoaching #ToxicProductivity#CCECredits #InclusiveCoach #NeurodivergentCoaching #CoachTraining #EthicalCoaching #AccessibilityCoaching #SustainableProductivity #CoachDevelopment#MeritocracyMyth #CoachingInclusion #NeuroInclusiveCoaching #DisabilityCoaching #CoachingJustice #AntiAbleistCoaching
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