This episode of Futureworks dives into the intersection of lived experience and leadership with Tausha Simon—marketing manager at Aspect, executive coach, and host of the GreatFully You podcast. Tausha shares what it means to create safe spaces for emergence in the workplace, how her parenting journey with a non-verbal autistic son shaped her approach to communication, and why belonging starts with understanding. Whether you're building a team or rebuilding yourself, Tausha offers deep, practical wisdom on leading with empathy, presence, and purpose.You’ll LearnWhat “emergence” means and why it matters more than labelsHow to spot when a team member isn’t feeling safe to shareWhat joy and play have to do with leadershipHow to hold space as a parent, peer, and professionalThe difference between checking the DEI box and embodying itPerfect For Leaders, parents, DEI professionals, and anyone working to build more compassionate, inclusive environments—at home or at work.Keywords neurodivergence, emergence, workplace inclusion, leadership, parenting, executive coaching, belonging, communication, DEI, empathy at work, safe spacesTakeawaysLeadership is about creating environments where people feel safe enough to grow.Real inclusion happens in how we show up, not in what the policy book says.Asking “what do you need?” requires both presence and follow-through.Kids are incredible teachers of joy, presence, and creativity.A safe space at work begins with curiosity—not judgment.Showing up authentically helps others do the same.Sound Bites“We’re all emerging into who we’re meant to be.”“Joy is the first sign of a healthy work life.”“If you’re too much for the room, maybe the room wasn’t built for you.”“Leadership starts in your one-on-ones.”“You don’t need grand gestures, just consistent empathy.”Chapters00:00 Welcome and Intro to Tausha 03:12 Parenting and Becoming a Safe Space 07:45 From Corporate to Coaching to Greatful YOU 12:30 What Emergence Really Means 15:40 Building Psychological Safety at Work 21:04 How Joy Unlocks Creativity and Capacity 26:10 Curiosity vs. Judgment in Leadership 30:00 Communicating with Different Processing Styles 36:45 The Power of Showing Up Fully 42:20 Creating Space for Neurodivergent Voices 46:50 Final Advice for Leaders and IndividualsRelated links for this episode: · GreatFully You – https://www.greatfullyyou.com · Aspect – https://aspect.companyBe sure to support this podcast by subscribing and reviewing!© 2025 AspectLearn more about Aspect at - https://www.aspect.com/ Brought to you by Aspect and Alvaria https://www.aspect.com/ https://www.alvaria.com/ © 2025 Aspect and Alvaria

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