See the world in full colour

Gain a competitive advantage

Embrace neurodiversity in the workplace and gain a competitive advantage through:

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Innovation and Creativity

Develop new products, services, or processes that differentiate you in the market.

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Increased Productivity

Become more efficient with staff that can focus better and for longer.

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Enhanced Reputation

Enhance your reputation and make a more attractive place to work and do business with.

What does “inclusion” mean to you?

The journey of a neurodiverse job seeker

JANE TOM

Employer Employee

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Case Studies

Neurodiverse individuals thrive in various industries, showcasing exceptional skills in their roles. Explore three examples of their achievements.

Paul

Google

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Background: Paul is a software developer working for a tech company. He has ASD, which makes social interactions and adapting to changes in routine challenging for her. However, he has exceptional attention to detail and an extraordinary ability to focus for extended periods.

Challenges: Initially, Paul struggled with the open-office environment, which was noisy and full of distractions. He also found impromptu team meetings and social gatherings overwhelming.

Strategies for Success: His employer implemented several accommodations, including allowing Paul to work in a quieter space and providing noise-cancelling headphones. Meetings were scheduled in advance, with clear agendas sent out to help Paul prepare. His team also received training on ASD to foster a more inclusive environment.

Outcome: With these adjustments, Paul increased his productivity significantly and became a key contributor to his team. His unique perspective and problem-solving skills led to the development of an innovative feature that improved the company’s flagship product

Lisa

NDIS

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Background: Lisa is a marketing specialist renowned for her creativity and innovative approaches. She has ADHD, which can make organization and focus challenging for her.

Challenges: Lisa often struggled to meet deadlines and efficiently manage her workload. Her tendency to hyperfocus on particularly interesting tasks meant she could overlook other crucial responsibilities.

Strategies for Success: To assist Lisa, her employer implemented flexible working hours and introduced project management tools to better organize her tasks. Her manager also helped by breaking projects into smaller, more manageable segments and scheduling regular check-ins to track progress.

Outcome: These strategies enabled Lisa to better manage her time and play to her strengths. Her campaigns saw a 30% increase in engagement, underscoring the benefits of embracing neurodiverse talent.

Mason

McDonalds

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Background: Mason works at a fast-food outlet and has dyslexia, impacting his speed and accuracy in reading. Despite this, he possesses outstanding verbal communication skills and excels at resolving customer issues.

Challenges: Mason found it challenging to handle written tasks, such as reading order tickets and updating inventory logs, which are crucial aspects of his job.

Strategies for Success: The restaurant equipped Mason with assistive technologies like text-to-speech software and streamlined their ordering system to be more visually intuitive. They also encouraged him to engage in verbal communication for clarifying orders and addressing customer concerns.

Outcome: These adjustments made it possible for Mason to excel in his role, leading to enhanced order accuracy and customer service. His knack for resolving conflicts and ensuring customer satisfaction became a key asset for the fast-food outlet.

Frequently asked Questions

These FAQs aim to address employers’ common queries and concerns about neurodiversity in the workplace, from understanding and hiring to supporting and fostering an inclusive environment for neurodiverse employees.