The Secret to... Being Your Authentic Self with Jack Ellis

The Secret to... Being Your Authentic Self

with Jack Ellis, Global Neurodiversity Co-lead at Yahoo

Rip off that mask! In this episode of Off Record, On Point, we sit back and chat with Yahoo’s newest Global Neurodiversity co-lead, Jack Ellis, about how his ADHD diagnosis has changed his life. We talk about the power of a healthy man’s mental health, the evolving workplace, and how Yahoo and other companies support neurodiverse individuals. Jack also shares his methods of becoming his most authentic self while navigating the world around that’s built for the “norm”. So join us as we take the plunge on all things neurodiversity and mental health awareness for men – tune in today to unzip this important conversation.

Disclaimer: The topics discussed in this episode are mental health, neurodiversity, depression and ADHD. Please listen responsibly and find below a list of resources and links below.

Episode Resources

Episode Transcript

Selected Communities: NABS - nabs.org.uk

This Can Happen - thiscanhappenglobal.com

I Have ADHD Podcast - ihaveadhd.com/podcast

Mind – mind.org.uk

Neurocandy – NeuroCandy.com

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About Jack and Yahoo

As a Senior Client Partner and Global Neurodiversity Co-lead at Yahoo, Jack drives new business and builds key relationships across multiple verticals. He also leverages his 20+ years experience in digital media sales to build key omni-channel campaigns in a consultative format with his clients, enabling mass reach with hyper cost efficiency across branding and performance objectives.

He is a passionate advocate and public speaker for neurodiversity, especially ADHD. He shares his own lived experiences and contributes to Yahoo's internal employee resource groups. He also founded NeuroCandy.com, a global online store that provides fidget toys and content for folks of all ages. His mission is to break down stigmas, taboos, and barriers, and to create suitable environments for everyone to thrive and feel included.

Connect with Jack Ellis on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/jack-ellis-098b3529/

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