Beyond Buzzwords: A Neurodivergent Woman’s Real Talk on DEI

Tired of surface-level diversity talk? So is this guest. We dig into real advocacy, workplace systems, and what true inclusion looks like for neurodivergent professionals. Would you like to be a guest ? ⁠⁠Join the ND Newsletter⁠⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ - Watch the show! The episode follows the journey of Bisola, a digital product designer navigating neurodivergence and the tech industry as a woman of color. It explores the significance of self-advocacy, community support, and embracing one's identity. Additionally, it emphasizes advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in professional settings, as well as providing guidance on supporting neurodivergent employees. Jump Ahead 00:29 Navigating Neurodivergence and Self-Advocacy 00:51 Bisola's Early Life and Academic Journey 03:45 The High School Experience: Overcoming Challenges 13:43 Transition to College: Finding Identity and Community 23:03 Navigating the Tech Industry: From Engineering to Product Design 26:05 Exploring the Impact of Product Design in Tech 31:04 Navigating Industry Realities as a Person of Color 32:39 The Reality of Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace 34:53 Personal Journey: From College to Career 36:42 Challenges and Insights on Neurodivergence in Professional Settings 39:32 Identifying with Autism: Personal Reflections and Experiences 45:33 Advocating for Neurodiversity and Inclusion in Hiring Practices 47:25 Effective DEI Initiatives: Beyond Marketing Strategies 52:18 The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Personal and Professional Life 56:50 Lightning Round Questions 01:01:57 Engaging the Audience: A New Interactive Segment 01:02:57 Parting Words of Encouragement and Support 📺 Check out the YouTube Channel 🗞️ Join my newsletter 📷 Instagram

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Beyond Buzzwords: A Neurodivergent Woman’s Real Talk on DEI is an episode from Hacking Autism by Kelsey Terry.

This episode is 01:04:18 long.

This episode was published on Apr 23, 2024.

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