260 Embracing Autism in the Workplace With Tara May (Encore)

About this episode

Tara May discusses the importance of embracing autism in the workplace and the unique strengths of autistic professionals.

Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech and International Neurodiversity Advocate, discusses the importance of embracing autism in the workplace. Aspiritech employs 90% autistic professionals, highlighting their unique strengths. Tara shares her insights on fostering innovation, cultural transformation, and the ROI of kindness. Learn how to create an inclusive environment that leverages the talents of autistic individuals. Takeaways include: 1 Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Tara May emphasizes the importance of integrating neurodivergent individuals, particularly those on the autism spectrum, into various levels of a company. This approach not only fosters innovation but also enhances productivity by leveraging unique skill sets. 2 ROI of Kindness: Tara May advocates for a company culture that prioritizes kindness and psychological safety. This philosophy not only improves employee well-being but also drives business success and innovation. 3 Career Progression for Autistic Employees: Aspiritech focuses on undoing the low self-esteem instilled in autistic individuals from a young age. By emphasizing strengths and potential, the company ensures meaningful career progression for its…

People in this episode

Hosts: C. Lee Smith, Audrey Strong

Guest: Tara May

Topics covered

• neurodiversity
• autism in the workplace
• inclusive environment
• employee well-being
• innovation
• career progression

Keywords

• autism
• neurodiversity
• workplace inclusion
• employee productivity
• kindness
• career development
• Aspiritech

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Organizations: Aspiritech