March Chapter Meeting: Neurodivergence in the Workplace

Neurodivergence in the Workplace

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Working with ADHD is hard, no matter if you’re the person who has it or the person who doesn't. From differences in perspective, communication, and overall functioning and understanding, where do we start? The first step is to understand what it is and then continue to seek to understand.

SPEAKER BIO

Lauren is a late diagnosis ADHD and, on a mission to advocate, inform, and educate the community and professionals on neurodiversity and why it is an asset. Because of her late diagnosis and passion for learning and development, she has a unique ability and perspective to relate topics and information to bridge the communication gap. She is an active member of ADHDKC, a co-facilitator for the ADHDKC women and prides herself on being a resource for the community.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• How to approach someone who ADHD about what they need and how to work with them.
• How to lead someone with ADHD
• How a shift in perspective can make all the difference.

ATD CAPABILITIES

Impacting Organization Capability

• Communication
• Cultural Awareness and Inclusion
• Emotional Intelligence and Decision Making

This session has been approved for recertification credits by the Association for Talent Development.