024: Neurodiversity in the Workplace - Insights from Katherine McCord

Unlocking the Power of Neurodiversity: Insights from Katherine McCord In this episode of the ADHD Goals podcast, host Laurence Pratt invites Katherine McCord, founder of Titan Management, to discuss inclusive HR practices and neurodiversity in the workplace. Katherine shares her neurodiverse journey and elaborates on how her company trains employers to support neurodiverse employees. The episode also examines topics such as the design of inclusive recruitment strategies, the benefits of neurodiverse-friendly work environments, and the future impact of AI in HR. Additionally, the discussion highlights various interests influenced by ADHD, the significance of curiosity in professional settings, and tools like the storied.ai app that help neurodivergent individuals organise their thoughts. The importance of symbiotic work cells is emphasised as a way to harness individual strengths in collaborative projects. Links: Find Katherine at Titan Management - https://www.titanmanagementusa.com Learn more about ADHD Goals: https://adhdgoals.co/ Time Line: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:41 Guest Background and Business Location 03:38 Titan Management and Inclusivity 04:00 Universal Design and Neurodiversity 10:26 The Role of AI in HR 12:55 Challenges in Recruitment and Hiring 17:03 Neurodiversity in the Workplace 24:07 Katherine's Personal Journey 33:06 Music and Mental Health 42:09 Relationships and Neurodiversity 44:15 Understanding Neurodiversity in the Workplace 44:58 The Slow Progress of Inclusion 47:10 Training and Accommodations for Neurodiverse Employees 47:30 Advice for Employees with New Diagnoses 49:53 Communicating with Curiosity 51:52 Managing the Ego Mechanism 57:53 Teaching Emotional Regulation Techniques 01:01:42 The Importance of Practical Education 01:03:26 Encouraging Children's Natural Talents 01:07:15 Diverse Interests and ADHD 01:21:09 The Value of Symbiotic Work Cells Need an ADHD Coach Book a FREE Intro Call

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