Talk the Talk
Famous Neurodivergent People
Fact & Fiction
Walk the Walk
Competitive Edge
100

The natural occurring diversity of human brains

what is Neurodiversity

100

This model-T inventor was also Dyslexic

who is Henry Ford

100

 With this common language based learning disability people often mistakenly labeled as slow learners, but but their difficulty with reading and writing actually has no bearing in their intelligence level.

what is Dyslexia

100

Leveraging your influence to promote accessibility and inclusion is an example of being

What is an Ally

100

Teams that include neurodivergent cognitive styles can often spark this with fresh ideas and approaches 

what is innovation (or creativity)

200

The term for a person's whose brain functioning is considered "normal"

what is Neurotypical 

200

She is known as the founder of modern nursing and also battled with depression and bi-polar disorder

who is Florence Nightingale

200

This condition is frequently misunderstood and written off as laziness

what is ADHD

200

When we design for disabilities we find it makes things better for everyone. This effect is known as 

what is the curb-cut effect 

200

Companies that prioritize neuro-inclusion often experience enhanced employee engagement, that improves team collaboration and overall productivity leading to higher

what is retention 

300

This is the umbrella term for someone whose brain processes information in a way that is not typical of most individuals.

what is Neurodivergent 

300

She is regarded as one of America's greatest poets, also widely believed to have been on the Autism Spectrum

who is Emily Dickenson 

300

People with this disorder commonly report having difficulty with eye contact

what is Autism spectrum disorder 

300

 Because "neurodivergent" is an umbrella term, every neurodivergent person will have a unique set of needs. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, instead managers should

what get to know your employee's

300

This skill is one where neurodiverse individuals often excel involving analyzing complex information and identifying patterns.

What is problem-solving 

400

These are repetitive behaviors or motions that may help regulate emotions and process information

what is Stimming

400

Imagine, this musical icon with ADHD. Who was also famous for his advocacy for peace which has solidified his status as one of the most impactful figures in modern history

who is John Lennon 

400

Prevalent myth that everyone with this nervous system disorder will commonly shout out obscenities

what is Tourette Syndrome

400

Before neuro-inclusion can be successfully adopted what do people need to feel first

what is safety

400

A larger talent pool can be reached by including accessible wording in these

what a job description 

500

A set of beliefs or practices that devalue and discriminate against people with physical, intellectual, or psychiatric disabilities and often rests on the assumption that disabled people need to be ‘fixed’ in one form or the other

what is Ableism 

500

American business magnate, investor, pilot, film director, and philanthropist, who had a fear of germs leading to OCD

who is Howard Hughes

500

This is the most common brain disorder worldwide. It can be genetic or acquired, and affects people of all ages?

what is Epilepsy

500

This group is essential in establishing commitment and a supportive company culture where ALL employees can flourish. 

what is leadership 

500

A neurodiverse workforce can help an organization better understand and meet the needs of diverse customers both internally and externally helping to build these

what is realtionships