I Help ADHD Women Feel
Fresh
Perspectives
on How We Work
Keynotes and workshops that help teams communicate better, think differently, and actually thrive.
Fresh
Perspectives
on How We Work
Keynotes and workshops that help teams communicate better, think differently, and actually thrive.
I Help ADHD Women Feel
Fresh
Perspectives
on How We Work
Keynotes and workshops that help teams communicate better, think differently, and actually thrive.
"A massive shout out of thanks Jorie Houlihan. You will never grasp the depths of how you have inspired me...
I have learnt the depths of which my ADHD brain works, things that have triggered me are slowly not causing reactions...
You are one hell of a woman. You empower me and you inspire me to go for what I want... THANK YOU"
~ Kym C.
Why Book Jorie
Jorie Houlihan is an ADHD life coach, host of the podcast ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan, and a speaker who brings a perspective most workplaces have never heard.
After living with undiagnosed ADHD until the age of 49, Jorie spent years studying how brains actually work and why so many smart, capable people struggle with systems that weren’t designed for them. She turned that insight into a coaching practice, a podcast, and a speaking career built on one core belief: when we design for how people actually think, everyone does better work.
Her talks blend neuroscience with real-world experience, delivered in a warm, conversational style that makes audiences feel like they’re having a conversation with a trusted friend. She doesn’t lecture. She connects. And she leaves every room with practical takeaways people can use immediately.
Jorie speaks at conferences, corporate events, leadership retreats, and workshops. All talks can be tailored to your audience and event format.
Five Questions That Change Everything
Each talk starts with a question your audience is already asking - and ends with tools they can actually use. All topics draw on neuroscience, executive function research, and Jorie's lived experience to address the real challenges teams face every day.
1
Why Are We Talking Past Each Other?
Building communication practices that work for every brain in the room.
2
Why Do We Keep Solving Problems the Same Way?
Unlocking innovation by embracing the thinkers who see things differently.
3
Why Does Your Best Work Happen at the Last Minute?
Building motivation and momentum without relying on panic.
4
Why Do Our Systems Work for Some People and Not Others?
Designing productivity systems that flex for different working styles.
5
Why Is Everyone Burning Out When We Keep Adding Tools?
Reducing overwhelm by designing for how brains actually work.
TOPIC 1
TOPIC 1
“Why Are We Talking Past Each Other?”
Lessons from an ADHD Brain
Every team has that moment: the meeting ends, everyone nods, and somehow half the group walks away with a completely different understanding of what was just decided.
Miscommunication isn’t a personality flaw.
It’s a design problem.
In this talk, Jorie Houlihan draws on her experience as an ADHD life coach and someone who spent decades navigating a world built for one communication style to show why most workplace communication strategies leave people behind, and what to do about it.
Audiences will walk away with:
A deeper understanding of why the same message lands differently depending on how someone’s brain processes information
Practical strategies for making meetings, feedback, and collaboration more inclusive without adding complexity
A new framework for recognizing when communication breakdowns are systemic, not personal
Best For:
Teams and organizations looking to improve collaboration, reduce friction, and build communication practices that actually work for everyone in the room.
Teams and organizations looking to improve collaboration, reduce friction, and build communication practices that actually work for everyone in the room.
TOPIC 1
TOPIC 2
TOPIC 2
"Why Do We Keep Solving Problems the Same Way?"
Lessons from an ADHD Brain
When a team hits a wall, the instinct is to double down on what’s worked before.
But the people who see a completely different path forward are often the ones whose thinking doesn’t follow a straight line.
Jorie Houlihan explores why unconventional thinkers are an organization’s most underutilized asset - and how the same minds that get labeled “scattered” or “off-topic” are often the ones generating the most original ideas.
Best for: Leadership teams, innovation-focused organizations, and any workplace that says it values creativity but keeps rewarding conformity.
Diverse Thinking Styles
Why they're not just nice to have - they're essential to innovation.
Conditions for Non-Linear Thinkers
Concrete ways to create environments where these minds thrive instead of mask.
Tools for Leaders
Recognize and harness creative problem-solving that doesn't look "traditional."
TOPIC 3
TOPIC 3
“Why Does Your Best Work Happen at the Last Minute?”
Lessons from an ADHD Brain
Almost everyone has pulled off something impressive under a tight deadline and then wondered, “Why can’t I do that all the time?”
The answer isn’t laziness or poor planning.
It’s brain chemistry.
Jorie breaks down the science behind urgency-driven performance and reframes procrastination not as a character flaw but as valuable information about how motivation actually works.
She shares practical strategies for building urgency and momentum without waiting for panic to kick in.
Why Willpower Fails
Understand why traditional productivity advice misses the mark for so many people.
Create Your Own Momentum
Actionable techniques for building drive on your own timeline, not just under pressure.
A New Lens on Work Habits
A healthier, more accurate way to evaluate your habits and those of the people you manage.
TOPIC 4
TOPIC 4
“Why Do Our Systems Work for Some People and Not Others?”
Lessons from an ADHD Brain
The Core Problem
Companies invest heavily in project management tools, workflows, and organizational systems.
And yet some of the most capable people on the team still struggle to keep up.
The problem isn’t effort. It’s that most systems are designed for one type of brain and everyone else is expected to just adapt.
In this talk, Jorie explains why one-size-fits-all productivity systems consistently fail a significant portion of your workforce and offers a better approach rooted in how working memory and executive function actually operate.
Companies invest heavily in project management tools, workflows, and organizational systems.
And yet some of the most capable people on the team still struggle to keep up.
The problem isn’t effort. It’s that most systems are designed for one type of brain and everyone else is expected to just adapt.
In this talk, Jorie explains why one-size-fits-all productivity systems consistently fail a significant portion of your workforce and offers a better approach rooted in how working memory and executive function actually operate.
Audiences will walk away with:
1
Hidden Talent Gaps
Why even talented, motivated employees can struggle with standard organizational tools.
2
Flexible System Design
A practical framework for building workflows that support different styles without creating chaos.
3
Reduce the Productivity Tax
Strategies for removing the hidden cost of forcing people into systems that fight their brains.
Best for: Operations leaders, managers, and organizations that are tired of rolling out new systems only to watch adoption fall flat.
TOPIC 5
TOPIC 5
“Why Is Everyone Burning Out When We Keep Adding Tools?”
Lessons from an ADHD Brain
More apps, more check-ins, more processes. Organizations keep stacking solutions on top of the problem, and somehow people feel more overwhelmed than ever.
That’s because overwhelm isn’t a volume issue.
It’s a filtering issue.
Jorie draws on her expertise in ADHD and executive function to explain why the modern workplace is engineered for overload and what leaders can do to create environments where people can actually think clearly, prioritize effectively, and do meaningful work.
Why More Structure Backfires
A clear explanation of why adding tools and processes often makes overwhelm worse, not better.
Reduce Decision Fatigue
Strategies for cutting mental clutter at the team and organizational level.
Protect Focus by Design
A new approach to workload design that prevents burnout before it ever starts.
Best for: Senior leaders, HR teams, and any organization where “overwhelmed” has become the default state and no one can figure out why.
ABOUT JORIE
ABOUT JORIE
The Speaker Behind the Work
Jorie Houlihan
ADHD Life Coach · Podcast Host · Speaker
Jorie Houlihan is an ADHD life coach, podcast host, and speaker who helps women understand how their brains work so they can build systems that actually fit their lives. After living with undiagnosed ADHD until the age of 49, she turned her personal experience into a coaching practice dedicated to helping women move from overwhelm to confidence.
As the host of ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan, she brings honest, relatable conversations about ADHD to a growing audience every week. Her speaking style is warm, direct, and grounded in both research and lived experience.
Jorie’s talks go beyond ADHD awareness. She brings insights from neuroscience and executive function research to universal workplace challenges like communication, productivity, innovation, and burnout. She helps audiences see familiar problems through a completely new lens and leaves them with strategies they can use right away.
A Little More Jorie
Jorie lives in the Chicago suburbs and is currently doing 50 new things in her 50s, including ceramics and paddleboarding. She’s also the person most likely to have a disco playlist queued up backstage.
LET'S TALK!
LET'S TALK!
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