About this episode

Emma Wee discusses neurodiversity and inclusive leadership in the workplace.

Join us for the first episode of our Design Leadership in the Boardroom series, where we speak with executive leaders across architecture, product, AI, branding and psychology to unpack the strategies, practices and frameworks that help them succeed at the highest level. This time we’re joined by neurodiversity coach Emma Wee to learn how to create environments where neurodivergent talent thrives, and how to lead authentically with your own neurodivergent identity. From ADHD and Autism to Dyslexia and Dyspraxia, Emma shares practical, humane tactics leaders can use today to help every brain do its best work.What you’ll learn how to: ► Navigate ADHD at work ► Leverage dyslexia strengths ► Dismantle autism myths ► Build inclusive teams ► Implement meeting hygiene ► Handle tricky moments 🟡 If you want to become a better design leader, learn more about our Executive Programme for Design Leaders: https://fla.wiki/4oRvYhj Timecodes: 00:00:00 – Intro & why neurodiversity matters in creative leadership 00:01:06 – Meet Emma Wee, Neurodiversity Coach 00:03:50 – Emma’s journey: from theatre design to Neurodiversity coaching 00:06:22 – Masking explained (code-switching, cost, and relief…

People in this episode

Host: Future London Academy

Guest: Emma Wee

Topics covered

• neurodiversity
• inclusive leadership
• ADHD
• Autism
• Dyslexia
• design leadership

Keywords

• neurodiversity
• ADHD
• Autism
• Dyslexia
• inclusive teams
• leadership strategies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Future London Academy

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