Retaining WIT

Episode 8: Ruthann Weeks on the Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Workplace


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Jossie and Jordanna return to chat with Ruthann Weeks, founder of Harmony in the Workplace.  Ruthann is a tireless forward-thinking crusader whose efforts have helped to bring the importance of an abuse-free work environment to the forefront of public awareness. Research shows 15-20% of the population is neurodiverse; we cover what neurodiversity is, how it has gained more visibility, and practices for including these individuals. Join us and listen to our discussions of interviewing and hiring, managing in both workplace and work-from-home situations, and the benefits of hiring neurodiverse employees!

WIT Tip of the week:

Ruthann provided some useful resources to share with all of us:

  • Universal Design Principals: A document about designing slideshows and team meetings with intention towards inclusion of neuro-diversity.  Please reach out to [email protected] to request this document!
  • The Top Three Considerations to Create Effective Organizational Culture
  • https://harmonytraining.ac-page.com/organizational-culture

    Resources:

    You can connect with Ruthann via email: [email protected] and on
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthann-weeks-harmonyintheworkplace/
    Twitter:   https://twitter.com/Harmony_HR.
    Website: https://harmonyintheworkplace.com/

    You can connect with Jordanna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordannakwok/ and on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordeewok

    You can connect with Jossie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jossiemann/ and on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JossieHaines   Jossie offers free discovery calls to engineering leaders interested in building inclusive high performing teams, be sure to DM her on LinkedIn for more info!

    This podcast comes to you in collaboration with the sheTO community (formerly Divhersity). Did you know that less than 9% of engineering executive roles are held by women? sheTO is on a mission to change that. sheTO is a private network for women and non-binary engineering leaders with a goal of accelerating careers of our members and building their high powered network. Learn more at sheTO.org!

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