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ADHD Status Update Worksheet

Turn a delayed, unclear, or awkward work update into one honest message with a useful next checkpoint.

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ADHD Status Update Worksheet

Write a rough answer. One useful line is enough.

What’s the update problem right now?

Choose the closest sentence. The aim is a clear checkpoint, not a perfect justification.

Pick the closest problem to open the write-in part of the worksheet.

Blank worksheet PDF

Choose the next support only if you need it

Work priorityUse the work-priority worksheet to choose the next action behind the update.
Manager communicationRead the manager communication guide for more examples.
A deeper work systemUse the Workplace Planner for clearer communication and task systems.

Who this helps

Professionals who delay updates until the work is finished, then face more pressure and uncertainty.

Use this when

  • Someone is waiting for progress or a decision.
  • You are behind and unsure how to say it.
  • You need a short update before a task becomes a surprise.

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Common questions

Do I need to complete every part of this worksheet?

No. Choose the closest problem and write only enough to make the next action visible. One useful line is a successful use.

What if I stop before the task is finished?

Use the restart cue. The worksheet is designed to make returning easier, not to demand a perfect uninterrupted session.

Want support beyond this worksheet?

The related John Lindberg book expands this worksheet into a fuller ADHD system with examples, troubleshooting, and repeatable routines.

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