Listen "54. Understanding Neurodiversity in the Workplace"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we're featuring two extended excerpts of an event at the Inside Industry Visitor Centre in Coniston, New South Wales, which was all about understanding neurodiversity and -divergence in the workplace.The first conversation is between Mitchell Connelly (Digital Finance Analyst) and Stephannie Jonovska (Head of Finance Operations and Transformation); Mitchell shares his experience of living on the autism spectrum and Stephannie discusses her personal shift in understanding how collaboration with neurodiverse people can benefit everyone at work.The second conversation features Victoria Chapman (Paint Analyst) and her manager, Libby Ackers (Coatings Development and Governance Team Leader). Vicky explains what it was like to receive a diagnosis of autism and ADHD later in life and offers insights into women's experiences with neurodiversity and -divergence. They are joined by event coordinator, Adam Theodossiadis (Materials Evaluation Technologist) and Matthew Craig, a neurodivergent advocate with Bundjalung heritage and the Managing Director of NeuroKind.ChaptersIntroduction: 0:00Mitchell and Stephannie (with an Intro by Adam): 1:49Vicky, Libby, Matthew and Mitchell (with a Q&A): 12:54Conclusion: 34:05LinksRead a transcript of the episode.NeurodiversityNeuroKindWhat is autism?'Macca's' is the Australian nickname for 'McDonald's'.Formula OneAnalytics'ERP' stands for 'enterprise resource planning'.Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)Microsoft Copilot'B-flex' is a BlueScope program for formally and transparently arranging flexible working arrangements.What is ADHD?Asperger's syndromeHormone replacement therapyCliftonStrengthsWatch Zac's Faces of BlueScope episode on TVBlueScope.Watch Mitchell's Faces of BlueScope episode on TVBlueScope.Connect with UsCorporate websiteLinkedIn pageTVBlueScope on YouTubeCreditsEdited by Martin Feld
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