Using Multiple Intelligence to Tap into Hidden Genius of Entrepreneurs with ADHD

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Years of working with clients with ADHD has taught us at that there are multiple types of intelligence.  One of the strongest predictors of success is the ability to tap into and harness your particular type of intelligence or Learning Style.

The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at Harvard University. It suggests that the traditional notion of intelligence, based on I.Q. testing, is far too limited.

Instead, Dr. Gardner proposes eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential in children and adults. These intelligences are:
Linguistic intelligence (”word smart”):
Logical-mathematical intelligence (”logic smart”)
Spatial intelligence (”picture smart”)
Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence (”body smart”)
Musical intelligence (”music smart”)
Interpersonal intelligence (”people smart”)
Intrapersonal intelligence (”self smart”)
Naturalist intelligence (”nature smart”)

Our schools and culture focus most of their attention on linguistic and logical-mathematical intelligence. We esteem the highly articulate or logical people of our culture.

However, we should also place equal attention on individuals who show gifts in the other intelligences: the artists, architects, musicians, naturalists, designers, dancers, therapists, entrepreneurs, and others who enrich the world in which we live.

Unfortunately, many gifted people with ADHD didn’t receive much positive reinforcement for them in school.  As kids, many of these Entrepreneurs, in  fact, ended up being labeled “learning disabled,” “ADHD (attention deficit hyper-activity disorder,” or simply underachievers, when their unique ways of thinking and learning weren’t addressed by a heavily linguistic or logical-mathematical classroom.

The theory of multiple intelligences proposes a major transformation in the way our schools are run. It suggests that teachers be trained to present their lessons in a wide variety of ways using music, cooperative learning, art activities, role play, multimedia, field trips, inner reflection, and much more.

To begin to learn more about — and to start to harness — your unique learning style, answer the questions below “true” or “false”.  (Click here to take the Test).

For a step-by-step plan and all the details for harnessing your particular type of intelligence, contact Entrepreneurs with ADHD, and recieve a Free 15 minute consult. Learn how to harness this strength in some amazing ways that will change your life at home, school and work.

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