Organizational Disruptor, Dr. Lauran Star shares her journey from dyslexic student, to trauma medic, to DEI advocate. Dr. Lauran Star, an organizational disruptor and advocate for neurodiversity and accessibility, shares her journey from being a dyslexic student, to becoming a veteran, trauma medic, and a leading figure in diversity, equity, and inclusion. She discusses the importance of accommodations for neurodivergent individuals, the evolution from equality to equity in the workplace, and how organizations can better support all employees. Lauran emphasizes the need for leaders to recognize and value the unique strengths each employee brings and the business benefits of doing so. The conversation also touches on personal stories, practical solutions, and the importance of authentic leadership in fostering an inclusive environment.BIODr. Lauran Star understands organizations culture and the impact and challenges of  Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity your organization may be facing and has evidence-based solutions with proven outcomes. ​​She is known for uncovering blind spots to achieve optimal performance and enhanced retention. Dr. Star dives in where others tread lightly yet is insightful, warm, and approachable. Dr. Lauran Star has over two decades driving evidence-based inclusion, diversity, and equity in STEM and Healthcare. She has worked with executive/senior leadership, human resource management, and employees with several  Fortune 500 companies; helping them create an inclusive organizational culture that thrives in today’s business.CHAPTERS3:45 - How did you come to be an organizational disruptor?9:30 - Dyslexia diagnosis18:20 - Why blue paper?20:40 - Lauran’s history of dyslexia and the authorities’ right to diagnose24:10 - There’s no such thing as a perfect child30:22 - The reluctancy to honor accommodations36:12 - How to make organizations listen?43:33 - Catering to everyone, not just the majority45:00 - Equity vs. Equality49:34 - Why speaking up matters57:00 - How DEI affects productivity59:20 - Formula for DEILINKSEvidence Based Inclusion It’s Time to Focus on the Right Needle - by Dr. Lauran StarUltranauts CompanyDr. Lauran Star’s WebsiteIMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)Rajesh Anandan Headshot - Clare KumarClare Kumar Hidden Disabilities pose - Clare KumarHidden Disabilities cards - Clare KumarEvidence-Based Inclusion: It’s Time to Focus on the Right Needle - Amazon.caOther Images and Video - CanvaSpeechify logo - SpeechifyLauran Star photo pose - drlauranstar.comKamala Harris - WikiLearn more about and follow Lauran:TwitterLinkedInWebsite😀😃😄😁😆Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential....

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