Inside View
Inside View explores the transformative impact of cognitive inclusion in the workplace. By focusing on neurodivergence-inspired practices, this blog shows how embracing cognitive diversity strengthens well-being, drives innovation, and builds resilience. Each post offers perspectives on creating environments where everyone can thrive and contribute, making inclusion truly universal.
Reading list - beyond bonuses: transforming employee experience this festive season
This festive season, give your employees something they’ll truly value: a sense of engagement, belonging, and purpose. This curated reading list inspires leaders to rethink employee appreciation and create a culture that enables everyone to thrive. Discover how to boost engagement, align your team with your mission, and future-proof your business through inclusion.
Let’s get engaged — right now!
Key insight: disengagement is a global issue affecting profitability, wellbeing, and productivity. Boldly commit to a strategic engagement program and turn your culture into a competitive advantage.
Action step: establish engagement as a priority and listen to employee feedback to drive meaningful change.
What’s the best way to appreciate your employees?
Key insight: employee appreciation goes beyond transactional rewards. Employees seek a sense of belonging and purpose, which drives deeper engagement and success.
Action step: commit to evolving your organization into one that employees genuinely love, creating lasting value.
What CEOs need to know: how to build the culture that enables all employees to thrive and contribute their best (podcast and article)
Key insight: cognitive diversity and inclusion are crucial for sustaining success. A culture that values diverse thinking styles fosters trust, fairness, and superior outcomes.
Action step: consider setting up cognitive inclusion as a strategic priority to drive innovation, retention, and profitability. Want to learn more? Listen to my current DEI is dead, isn’t it? theme on my podcast Culture by Neurodesign.
Future-proof your organization and thrive in the face of change (presentation and download)
Lisa Colledge’s presentation at The Neuroverse Virtual Summit 2024 highlighted how embracing a culture of cognitive inclusion can transform organizations. Key takeaways include upskilling to adapt to change, leveraging cognitive diversity (such as skills from dyslexia, autism, and ADHD) for effective problem-solving and innovation, and fostering a culture where all team members feel valued. Prioritizing strategic cultural change enhances employee engagement, wellbeing, and productivity, driving sustained success and competitive advantage.
How do you quantify the impact of neuro-inclusion in organizations? (with video)
Measuring neuro-inclusion in organizations by focusing solely on the proportion of neurodivergent employees overlooks the essence of true inclusion. Rather than fixating on headcounts, organizations should define outcomes driven by neuro-inclusive practices, such as enhancing innovation culture. By identifying metrics that measure improvements in innovation and collaboration, organizations can effectively gauge the impact of their neuro-inclusive initiatives. These metrics, complemented by qualitative insights, provide a holistic view of organizational change, ensuring that neuro-inclusion leads to meaningful transformation rather than mere tokenism.
Why organizations should bet big on neuro-inclusion (with video)
Investing in a neuro-inclusive culture can boost innovation and profitability, with diverse leadership teams generating up to 19% more innovation revenue and 9% higher operating profit. Instead of fragmented diversity programs, a neuro-inclusive approach unites different diversity dimensions, creating a more inclusive and supportive environment where all employees can thrive and contribute value.