Why is Neurodiversity a topic you can’t afford to ignore?
There are many reasons that the topic and understanding of Neurodivergence is vital to organisations. Below are some that no organisation can afford to ignore.
- **Understanding Different Perspectives**: Neurodivergence refers to variations in the human brain regarding sociability, learning, attention, mood, and other mental functions. By understanding neurodivergence, leaders can appreciate the unique perspectives and thinking styles that neurodiverse individuals bring to the table. Neurodiverse individuals add unique pieces to the collective intelligence of a team.
- **Enhancing Inclusivity**: Leaders who understand neurodivergence can create more inclusive environments.
- **Boosting Innovation**: Neurodiverse individuals often approach problems and solutions differently. By embracing neurodivergence, organisations can foster creativity and innovation, leading to out-of-the-box solutions.
- **Compliance and Ethical Considerations**: Leaders who are well-versed in this area are better equipped to comply with regulations and demonstrate ethical leadership.
- **Personal Growth and Empathy**: Understanding neurodivergence can lead to personal growth and increased empathy. It’s like walking a mile in someone else’s shoes; you gain a deeper understanding of their experiences and challenges, fostering compassion and empathy.
- **Enhancing Communication**: Leaders who understand neurodivergence can tailor their communication to suit different needs.
- **Attracting Talent**: In the competitive world of talent acquisition, being known for an inclusive culture that values neurodiversity can be a magnet for diverse talents.
In conclusion, understanding neurodivergence is like opening a treasure chest of opportunities for leaders and teams. It enriches the organisational culture, fosters innovation, enhances communication, and builds a more empathetic and inclusive
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The figures we can’t ignore:
38.8 million days taken off work sick in the UK (2019-2020)
30.2 million days caused by stress, anxiety and depression
20% were taken by Neurodivergent staff who felt unsupported, Misunderstood, marginalised or bullied
That’s a staggering 6.45 million days that could have been avoided!
The costs to your business:
Sick pay
Hiring temporary cover staff
Hiring and training new staff
Other staff feeling under pressure leading to more sickness
Your organisation gaining a poor reputation as an employer
Would you like to know how to avoid these problems?
4 Pillars to achieve success.
Matt bases all his training and consultancy with ThinkNeurodiversity on 4 pillars at all times. Pillars that will help you achieve the goals you have in regards to learning more about Neurodidversity.
They are:
Awaress
Education
Acceptance
Inclusion
They mean the focus is on ensuring that everyone can bring the best version of themselves to the workplace, confindent that they will be understood, supported, developed and welcomed for all of their abilities and all of the things they may need help with.
My philosophy on Neurodivresity Awareness training
Matt believes that the best approach to delivering Neurodiversity awareness training in any organisation is for the training to start by educating those in charge first.
- C-Suite
- Executive teams
- Senior Leadership teams
- Global, National and Regional managment team
- People management and HR functions
Why?
Because, if training is done the other way around. With general awareness for all staff first, when as is invevitable after my training, employees feel enabled to more freely discuss, disclose and be open about Neurodivergent conditions, the people they are likely to seek answers from are all listed above. So, if those people don’t have more in depth knowledge they risk not being able to have the meaningful conversations their colleages expect.
If I could score this training as ‘MORE than excellent’, I would. It was engaging, informative, and
thought-provoking. The trainer was fabulous and made a full day’s training pass in the blink of
an eye. I think this training is essential for all organisations containing people!
What does this mean in practise?
- Book your deep dive, 4 hour, management focussed training session first.
- Schedule time between that session and the general awareness training for any significant changes in processes, policy or in the information the organisation shares with employees to be properly considered and prepared.
- Once that process has been started and the senior team are confident in their ability to apply their new found understanding, then is the time for a group awareness session.
Ready to find out more?
Neurodiversity awareness traning for Senior teams
In depth full business audits that help orgnaisations understand how every department, interaction and operation is affected by Neurodiversity.
From recruitment and retention to customer services and facilities. These sessions are designed to give Senior teams the guidance they need to properly include awareness of Neurodiversity as a normal practice as part of a wider D,I & E approach.
Matt –
we should be thanking you, really enjoyed the session. I think your style, combined with knowledge and personal perspective, makes it really easy to get your head around the issue. I think your critique was spot on as well, don’ t be afraid to tell us the truth – it’ s the only way we can learn and change. Stuart Cain – Chief Exec Warwickshire County Cricket Club
Duration: 4 hours
Content:
- Split into 2 sections:
- Section 1: Deep dive Neurodiversity Awareness and understanding of all conditions currently considered Neurodivergent and the impacts, both positive and negative these can have on employees and clients/customers.
- Information about reasonable accommodations, support techniques in the workplace and ways to enable people to speak honestly about their Neurodivergent conditions.
- Also including advice on assisting those with co-existing mental health conditions that may be linked to known or unknown Neurodivergent conditions. With advice on how and where to seek assessments and or diagnosis if required.
- Section 2: Q&A for those in attendance to address any specific situations, issues, or questions they have experienced in the context of how Neurodivergent conditions may have had an impact.
Post Course
- Post session pdf of all information, abridged slides and resources to be shared with all attendees.
- Recording of session can be made available for any persons unable to attend.
Who are they aimed at?
- C-Suite
- Senior Leadership and Senior management.
- Decision makers with responsibility for creating change.
- Organisations who want to stay ahead of their competition.
What cost?
- Please contact me using the link below to book a short call so that we can discuss your needs, after which I’ll be happy to provide you a full quote.
Neurodiversity Awareness
workshops
What makes a great Neurodiversity Awareness workshop?
- Knowledge of the subject
- Experience gained working with and supporting Neurodivergent people
- Lived experience both pre and post diagnosis
- Clinical knowledge shared by professionals
Whole staff training and awareness
Duration: 1 hour
Content:
- Broader overview of Neurodivergent conditions.
- General information on how conditions can present in isolation and as co-existing conditions.
- Information recommended reasonable accommodations in the workplace that may be available.
- Advice on when, how and where to seek assessment and or diagnosis.
Post Session
- Post session pdf of all information, abridged slides, and resources to be shared with all attendees.
- Recording of session can be made available for any persons unable to attend.
Who are they aimed at?
- Anyone. From the Cheif exec to part time, casual staff members.
What cost?
- Please contact me using the link below to book a short call so that we can discuss your needs, after which I’ll be happy to provide you a full quote.
Keynote Speaker
Matt Gupwell
Matt is a unique Neurodiversity Awareness Keynote speaker. Available to speak in person or online. Click the image above for more details.