The ex-Kellogg CEO who learned he had ADHD at 65 says it had upsides in the corner office
Fortune
Carlos Gutierrez, former CEO of Kellogg and former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, was diagnosed with ADHD at 65 and found that many of its traits, such as impulsiveness and hyper-focus, contributed to his leadership strengths. He argues that top leadership roles can be beneficial for people with ADHD due to the support systems in place that allow them to leverage their unique abilities. Gutierrez highlights how neurodivergent traits, often seen as disabilities, can be assets in business leadership.
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