{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"153 | Neurodiversity Recognition at Work | Scott McInnes &amp; Alan Stracey","description":"   In this episode of Building Better Cultures, Scott McInnes&amp;nbsp;talks to&amp;nbsp;Alan Stracey, a certified ADHD&amp;nbsp;Coach and&amp;nbsp;Founder of&amp;nbsp;WhereFocusGoes, to explore the nuanced world of neurodiversity. They discuss how understanding and accommodating neurodivergent conditions can transform workplace culture and unlock individual potential.&amp;nbsp;   In this episode,&amp;nbsp;you\u2019ll&amp;nbsp;discover:&amp;nbsp;      What is neurodiversity and how do neurodiverse conditions manifest?&amp;nbsp;       The importance of language and&amp;nbsp;perception&amp;nbsp;around neurodiversity in workplaces&amp;nbsp;       Practical strategies for supporting neurodiverse colleagues and leaders&amp;nbsp;       The role of coaching,&amp;nbsp;especially ADHD coaching,&amp;nbsp;in empowering high performers&amp;nbsp;       Legal protections and Disclosure: When and how to share a diagnosis&amp;nbsp;       The Manual of Me: A tool for fostering understanding across teams&amp;nbsp;     Timestamps:&amp;nbsp;    00:00 - Welcome &amp;amp; the importance of audience engagement&amp;nbsp; 02:49 - Alan\u2019s background and journey to neurodiversity advocacy&amp;nbsp; 04:14 - Personal impact of ADHD diagnosis and newfound understanding&amp;nbsp; 09:15 - Defining neurodiversity and common conditions&amp;nbsp; 10:40 - Social versus medical models of neurodiversity&amp;nbsp; 11:33 - The situational nature of neurodiverse experiences&amp;nbsp; 14:02 - Language and workplace perceptions around neurodiversity&amp;nbsp; 15:35 - Challenges in disclosure and reducing stigma&amp;nbsp; 16:46 - Legal protections and practical steps for disclosure&amp;nbsp; 18:09 - Supporting neurodiverse colleagues: practical tips&amp;nbsp; 20:37 - The Manual of Me: empowering inclusive teams&amp;nbsp; 21:32 - Common misconceptions about coaching and ADHD coaching approach&amp;nbsp; 28:19 - How coaching helps neurodiverse individuals rediscover their brilliance&amp;nbsp; 35:59 - The power of space and time for reflection in coaching&amp;nbsp; 36:20 - Supporting colleagues with neurodiverse conditions and the importance of understanding&amp;nbsp;    Resources:&amp;nbsp;   Blog for seeking a diagnosis&amp;nbsp;   Blog about reasonable adjustments in the workplace&amp;nbsp;   The Manual of Me  &amp;nbsp;   Connect with us:&amp;nbsp;    LinkedIn&amp;nbsp; |&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;YouTube&amp;nbsp; |&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Instagram&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;   Connect with&amp;nbsp;Alan Stracey:&amp;nbsp;   LinkedIn&amp;nbsp;|&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Website&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;  &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Building Better Cultures","author_url":"http:\/\/www.inspiringchange.ie","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41333470\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/87A93A\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/202074715"}