Category Archives: ADHD

Our AuDHD coping strategies can fail

Can I let you into a little secret? People think I really have my sh!t together, and that I can’t possibly have ADHD because I am organised and on top of everything, but… That is because I have an ever growing number of ADHD coping strategies (which could all be characterised as autistic routines andContinue reading “Our AuDHD coping strategies can fail”

AuDHD and resistance to self-marketing

I have received so much glowing praise and feedback recently from happy clients, and from neurodivergent friends who I have supported, some by message or email, some via recommendations and testimonials. If I was any good at marketing, this would be all over my socials, especially LinkedIn. That is what we need to do, right,Continue reading “AuDHD and resistance to self-marketing”

About Ausome Charlie Ltd

About ‘Ausome Charlie’ Ausome Charlie can help you create an inclusive culture with psychological safety and belonging, enabling people with all kinds of minds to thrive, bringing tangible benefits. Charlie Hart (she/they) is an experienced, CIPD-qualified HR Analyst. She was eventually diagnosed autistic at the age of 42, after struggling for decades without understanding whyContinue reading “About Ausome Charlie Ltd”

I’ve got 99 problems, but my kids aren’t one

I am very excited to share that our awesome offspring Jay and Zee are both starting to write and draw content for Ausome Charlie Ltd. They are both currently working on illustrated articles about Pride, and what it means to them. We all have a lot to learn from their generation. I can’t wait toContinue reading “I’ve got 99 problems, but my kids aren’t one”

Speaker Profile for Si Hart

Also on team Ausome Charlie Ltd is Simon Hart, also known as Fast Si (and the lucky second and final husband of Charlie Hart). Affectionately nicknamed Tigger since he was a toddler, Si bounced back from serious motorcycle accidents in his 20s, which left him with disabilities including type 1 diabetes (triggered by the traumaContinue reading “Speaker Profile for Si Hart”

The launch of Club Ausome

Yesterday, I soft-launched ‘Club Ausome’. This is what I am calling the work I am doing to signal-boost my friends who are neurodivergent or disabled, have a lot to offer, and are not getting the recognition they deserve. ‘Club Ausome’ consists of a weekly half-hour live event, with a different guest(s) each week, and aContinue reading “The launch of Club Ausome”

My Autism Acceptance Month talks

I just received an email with such lovely feedback from my talk yesterday, I just had to share: ‘Thank you also for a brilliant, informative event.We have received lots of positive feedback about it, such as:– Interesting and inspirational speaker.– Great to hear her personal story and tips around allyship.– Very relatable.– Pure honesty aboutContinue reading “My Autism Acceptance Month talks”

Exciting News about NHS Right to Choose!

I have just found out that ProblemShared now offer diagnosis and post-assessment support through the NHS Right to Choose scheme. ProblemShared have been offering neurodevelopmental assessments for some time, and have a sound reputation for thoroughness and quality of care. They are also the first Right to Choose provider in the UK to offer psychoeducationContinue reading “Exciting News about NHS Right to Choose!”

Making Job Descriptions neuro-inclusive

Question: Standard job profiles are not helpful, and may be off-putting to ND candidates. Any advice? Charlie Hart’s answer: It is important to review all job adverts, job descriptions, and person specs, to ensure they are neuro-inclusive, and do not disadvantage any individuals whose characteristics have no bearing on their ability to perform the role.Continue reading “Making Job Descriptions neuro-inclusive”