10/26/2026
The dangers of ADHD in the workplace!
You might have heard about the impromptu fundraiser that I did a few months ago after the tragic theft of the ND/MN Honor Flight's trailer. Overnight they lost the bulk of their supplies and fundraising materials, creating a surge of local support across the board.
For my part, and without any forethought whatsoever, I decided to auction off my beard to raise money for this incredible non-profit. I gave three options...
A. Civil War Mutton Chops
B. Amish Style Chin Strap
C. Monkey Tail
Either fortunately or unfortunately, I forgot that we were also taking Chamber Leadership headshots the day after we closed the fundraiser! Regardless, this created an amazing Litmus test for the quality of people both leading and participating in this program.
I wasn't treated as a pariah on the morning of our shoot but instead welcomed with open arms and genuine laughter. People appreciated my lack of foresight with good humor and even donated themselves to provide some extra support.
At the end of the day, this is a part of who I am both professionally and personally and I'm thankful to be surrounded by people who truly embrace my refusal to be anything else.
