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How to Challenge Neurodiversity Stigma and Turn It Into a Superpower - Meghan Bonde is RightOffTrack
In this episode, host Anya Smith explores the cutting edge of inclusive work environments with special guest Meghan Bonde. They discuss the concept of neurodiversity and its importance in today's workplace. Meghan shares practical steps that organizations can take to account for neurodiversity, including the use of universal design and the Grow Interview Protocol.
They also discuss the creation of systems for reasonable and meaningful accommodations and overcoming fear in inclusive conversations. Meghan emphasizes the growing presence of neurodivergence in society and the importance of self-identification and embracing neurodivergent identities. She shares her journey from education to entrepreneurship and offers resources and services for creating inclusive workplaces.
The episode concludes with a discussion on common misconceptions about neurodivergent individuals, leaders who embody inclusivity, and the positive side of going off track.
Takeaways
Chapters:
00:00 Preview
01:14 Introduction to Neurodiversity and its Importance in the Workplace
04:14 Practical Steps for Organizations to Account for Neurodiversity
07:19 Applying Universal Design and the Grow Interview Protocol
10:50 Creating Systems for Reasonable and Meaningful Accommodations
13:00 Overcoming Fear and Building Trust in Inclusive Conversations
16:46 The Growing Presence of Neurodivergence in Society
19:36 Self-Identification and Embracing Neurodivergent Identities
22:52 The Journey from Education to Entrepreneurship
24:31 Creating a Structure for Success as an Entrepreneur
27:29 Transforming Organizations through Inclusive Learning and Development
30:58 The Power of Belief Change and Normalizing Neurodiversity
33:49 Creating Neurodiversity Affinity Groups and Empowering Children
36:17 Embracing Individual Strengths and Advocating for Needs
39:50 Resources and Services for Inclusive Workplaces
40:58 Common Misconceptions about Neurodivergent Individuals
42:09 Leaders Who Embody Inclusivity in the Workplace
43:19 Wrap Up
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