Ever feel like your boss completely misunderstands you, even when you're doing great work?

”You're like a dog on a bone. Tone it down.” That's what a boss once told Marlo Lyons. And she had absolutely no idea what her boss was seeing. She was getting the work done, delivering results, and doing exactly what she thought was expected. So what was the problem?

In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo shares how her experience with AuDHD helped her understand why she felt misunderstood throughout her corporate career. She also introduces a practical tool she wishes she'd had years ago: the Me Manual.

A Me Manual is a simple personal guide that explains how you work best, communicate, process feedback, and what you need from your manager to succeed. No medical disclosure required. Just a better way to understand each other.

You'll learn:

• Why neurodivergent professionals can feel misunderstood at work
• How ADHD, AuDHD, and rejection sensitivity can complicate workplace feedback
• What a Me Manual is and how to create one
• How to explain your communication style, working preferences, and feedback needs
• How to introduce a Me Manual to a new boss or reset an existing relationship
• Why understanding yourself is the first step toward helping others understand you

Whether you're neurodivergent, starting a new role, or tired of feeling like your manager just doesn't get you, this episode offers a practical way to close the communication gap. Because being good at your job and being understood at your job are not always the same thing.

Resources:

• Previous episode: What Does AuDHD Look Like at Work? My Late Diagnosis Explained My Career
• Work with Marlo: marlolyonscoaching.com

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Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.