Replay: The ROI of Kindness in the Workplace

Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed

Guest: Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech

Summary

On this At Work in America episode, Trish and Steve sat down with Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, a nonprofit with 95% autistic employees, to discuss neurodiversity and the ROI of kindness. Tara shared her journey into neurodiversity after her son's autism diagnosis and spoke about the importance of creating supportive work environments for neurodivergent individuals. We covered multiple practical steps for inclusivity, such as adjusting office environments and communication styles. We also learned more about Aspiritech's services, including software testing and creative services, and encourage businesses of all sizes to embrace neurodiversity for better organizational success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Neurodiversity and Aspiritech

04:09 Expanding Opportunities for Autistic Employees

06:65 The Importance of Understanding Neurodiversity

10:24 Shifting Focus to Skills in Hiring

12:32 Creating Inclusive Workplaces

17:48 Cultural Norms and Acceptance

19:09 Practical Tips for Inclusivity

22:08 The ROI of Kindness in Business

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