Your Strengths at Work
True or false: neurodivergent employees bring value to the workplace just the way they are.
TRUE!
True or False: everyone's brain works the same.
False
True or false: many challenges in the workplace can be managed with support.
True
True or False: you have to hide who you are to be valuable at work.
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?
spongebob squarepants!
True or false: you must be neuro-"typical" to succeed.
FALSE! different brains bring different strengths. Many people are successful because of their differences.
True or false: workplaces are not designed for just one kind of brain
True
Name one thing someone with Autism may find challenging in the workplace.
True or False: changing the environment or expectations can make work easier and more inclusive.
True
What Irish holiday is represented by a green shamrock (4 leaf clover)?
St Patrick's Day
Attention to detail, strong memory, honesty, focus, logical and analytical thinking, creativity
Name one thing you are most proud of about how your brain works.
All answers are correct!
Sofia often feels overwhelmed with loud, sudden noises at work. What would help Sofia's sensory overload at work?
headphones, quiet space, breaks, routines, understanding sensory needs.
Fill in the blank: As an employee, you have the r_____ to be included, supported, and respected in the workplace.
right.
What Disney movie includes the song "let it go"?
Frozen
Fill in the blank: Neurodivergent traits from ADHD, Autism and Tourette Syndrome can bring real s_______ to the workplace.
feel more confident, ask for the support you need (accommodations), avoid burnout, use your strengths on the job.
Jordan sometimes gets distracted at work and forgets to finish tasks. Name one strategy at work that could help Jordan to manage switching between tasks.
clear instructions, checklist for reminders, work on one tasks at a time, get help from managers to prioritize tasks.
Name one way employers can make a work environment more inclusive. Hint: think about how a workplace can support employees who are diverse.
value diversity, focus on employee's strengths, avoid burnout, provide options, help employees to advocate for support.
What fruit does Violet turn into in the movie Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
Fill in the blank: ________ is a Swedish environmental activist who has said that Autism is her "superpower".
Greta Thunberg.
Name one strategy that may help someone with Autism to be successful in the workplace. HINT: think about accommodations, or things that help you in the workplace.
Use quiet areas, headphones or sensory tools, more frequent breaks, written instructions, visual schedules.
Fill in the blank: Challenges at work often come from the e______, not from a lack of effort or ability.
environment
Fill in the Blank: when a neurodivergent employee experiences challenges in the workplace, the problem is often the setup, NOT the p_____.
person
What blue alien says "Ohana means family"?