My Story

My name is Clare McNamara and I specialise in supporting neurodivergent leaders, and those with whom they work. It’s my dream job.

But it wasn’t until I was well into my fifties when I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) that I realised this is where I should be.

I was successful but exhausted: overwhelmed, easily side-tracked into doing things that seemed interesting but not necessarily important, and constantly expecting to be ‘found out.’

Having discovered the treasures of neurodiversity, I can see my strengths which I now use boldly. No longer do I need to suppress the way I think and act. What I saw as ‘wrong’ are in fact opportunities. I’m free to be me.

Now when life presents its challenges, I draw on talents that seemed out of reach in the past, for example, creativity, empathy and intuition …

My mission as a coach is to help people who are having similar experiences shift their perspective onto what their strengths are and how they can best use them.

And, as importantly, I help those who are ‘neurotypical’ understand what they might do differently so that everyone can work at their best.

Skills and experience

Over 25 years of experience across a range of sectors in retail and recruitment management, HR, learning and development and leadership coaching.

Qualifications

  • Graduate, Advantara® Global Executive Coach Programme
  • MAC (Member of the Association for Coaching)
  • Go-Giver Certified Speaker
  • LCH Coaching Diploma (ECI accredited)
  • Certified TetraMap® Facilitator
  • BSc Hons (SocSci) Economic & Social History

NEXT STEPS

Take the first step and find out how to leverage your neurodistinct talents and enjoy working at your best
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