133: Mental Health Matters with Joe Sterne Pt. 1

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Joe Stern is a consultant and program manager here at Salesforce. Though he has many interests—outdoor camping and shoe drops to start—Joe’s passion lies in being an advocate for those with neurodiversity. As someone diagnosed with ADHD at an early age, Joe has grown to appreciate the importance of addressing the impact that mental health can have on one’s ability to function successfully both in and out of the workplace. Now, he coordinates support for mental health in the workplace for others. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the first part of this two-part episode, we begin our discussion with Joe about his path to becoming a developer and how neurodiversity has affected the trajectory of his life. We also discuss some of the trials he’s faced in the workforce and how getting therapeutic support for his mental health has positively impacted both his performance at work as well as his other various hobbies and responsibilities.  </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Show Highlights:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">How to define neurodiversity</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Where to find a community and resources for those that identify with neurodivergence</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Challenges of learning how ADHD can impact your work life</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Warning signs that mental health is negatively impacting your work life</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Benefits of finding treatment or help for mental health issues</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Links:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Joe on Twitter</span> <a href= "http://twitter.com/mrjoesterne"><span style= "font-weight