The perfect job does not exist… or does it? We asked ADDitude readers if they love their jobs. Those who said yes tell us why their vocation is a good fit for their ADHD brains.
"My job as a dental hygienist is perfect for me because I can work with my patients one-on-oneI have a routine of what I check for and the process I use to clean their teeth. I also usually turn off the overhead lights and use the light on my magnifying glasses to keep my focus on where I’m looking.
And I feel like my ability to think outside of the box to problem solve is my biggest asset. I am proud of myself when so many other things make me feel defeated.”Cows & windmill. More: Original public domain image from Flickr"I once worked the perfect job patrolling backcountry campgroundsand my driving route and was free to interact with campers. Every day was different, and the scenery was beautiful.
It has enabled me to maintain my focus on an ever-changing rotation of clients. I thrive on curiosity and a lack of the mundane. Realizing this was a career with which I could support myself , I set out in search of ways to improve my
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