Creating inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees with Wanda Deschamps

31/10/2024 24 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5

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Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Neurodivergent Employees with Wanda Deschamps In this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, host Hedieh Azad talks with Wanda Deschamps, founder and principal of Liberty Co., about creating inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees. Wanda shares her personal journey, discusses the importance of inclusive leadership, and provides practical tips for organizations to attract, retain, and foster innovation through neurodiversity. Learn how to make your workplace more inclusive, from job postings to onboarding and beyond. For more resources, visit Liberty Co.'s website or connect with Wanda on LinkedIn. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:15 Wanda's Background and Career Journey01:25 Starting Liberty Co and Focus on Neurodiverse Employment03:02 Challenges and Statistics in Neurodivergent Leadership04:55 Inclusive Leadership and Neurodiversity07:43 Attracting and Retaining Neurodivergent Employees09:11 Inclusive Practices in Job Postings and Recruitment10:06 Onboarding and Retention Strategies18:08 Driving Innovation through Neurodiversity21:49 Final Thoughts and Resources