Why?
Neurodiversity is a fact. With one in five people being neurodivergent — encompassing those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, high sensitivity, giftedness, and more — it’s highly likely your team already comprises a rich mixture of diverse brains and minds.
This inherent mix of unique perspectives within your team is crucial for challenging groupthink and fostering innovation, creativity, the development of inclusive products and services, and an enhanced customer experience. This is what we refer to as the power of neurodiverse teams.
To truly unlock this power, targeted neuro-inclusive strategies are essential. These strategies enable all team members to leverage their talents and potential, foster mutual understanding, and enhance collaboration. Research consistently demonstrates that neuro-inclusion positively impacts team productivity, resilience, and overall team dynamics. As a leader, this empowers you to effectively facilitate and support your neurodiverse team in achieving its objectives.
What and for whom?
In this workshop, we focus on neuro-inclusive leadership and enhancing team dynamics, resilience, and productivity. We will delve into what’s required to support neurodiverse teams as a team manager and share experiences during intervision sessions.
Designed for CxO, executives, directors, managers and people leaders of neurodiverse teams who are committed to championing neuro-inclusion. We also provide a separate workshop tailored to neurodivergent employees and their peers.
Provided as a four hour session, online or in-person, in English, French or Dutch.
What you’ll learn
Understanding and valuing neurodiversity
Gain in-depth insight into the core concepts of neurodiversity and neuro-inclusion. Discover the strengths, talents, and potential challenges often associated with neurodivergent employees, and the significant value they can bring to your team.
Foundations for neuro-inclusive team management
Recognize the critical importance of psychological safety and learn how to cultivate an environment where all team members feel valued and respected. Develop neuro-inclusive communication strategies for your team. Understand your role as a leader—what you can directly influence within your team and what falls outside your immediate scope (individual vs. organizational aspects).
Navigating Team Dynamics and Building Bridges
Acquire insights into the diverse talents, needs, and communication styles present within your team, and learn to foster stronger interpersonal relationships.
Establishing team agreements for effective collaboration
Learn to establish clear agreements with your team regarding communication, task distribution, meeting structures, and expectations. Discover approaches to prevent mental overload among team members and promote a healthy balance between individual focus and teamwork. Understand the importance of reasonable accommodations and how they contribute to team resilience and productivity.
Facilitated by
Daphné De Troch learnt how to create a safe work environment for and lead a team of neurodivergent people, after she was diagnosed with ADHD and autism. She started Bjièn with Dietrich to help other leaders and teams with the awareness of neurodiversity and make their workplace neuroinclusive.
Dietrich Moerman is a software engineering expert turned neurodiversity consultant and trainer. He learnt the power of psychological safety and limiting cognitive load while leading software development teams, gradually discovering the value for his own ADHD and autistic brain. Today, he helps leaders and HR professionals to let their teams thrive with neurodiversity.
What others say
Do you want to learn how to lead your neurodiverse team to reach their full potentential? Are you ready to unlock the power of your neurodiverse teams?
