“Well, they never looked autistic, and now all of a sudden, they are autistic! I don’t get it.” Unfortunately, I’ve...
All posts by Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP
Embracing Autism as Culture: How Leaders and Allies Can Foster a More Inclusive Workplace
Creating organizations that truly welcome autistic employees requires an understanding of autism that goes beyond the...
From frazzled to flow: Neurodiversity, inclusion, and enabling the best work.
Most organizations want to hire people with high potential to be productive and creative. In many cases, "spiky...
Flexibility in the Workplace and Unlocking Neurodiversity Inclusion
Flexibility in the workplace has always existed. For a long time, however, it was doled out to the privileged few or...
The Great Win-Win: Supporting Neurodivergent Employees in Job Crafting
One size does not fit all. This is true of all humans, and it is especially true of neurodivergent people. Our "spiky"...
Sensory Safety: A Must Of Neurodiversity Inclusion In The Workplace
Beeping sounds from equipment with low batteries. Coworkers on their phones. Flickering lights. Clashing colors....
Supporting Mental Health At Work: Not Only For Neurodivergent Populations
Neurodiversity is a natural part of human variation. It was first described in the context of understanding autism...
Facts and feelings: Alternatives to non-violent communication and I-statements in diverse workplaces
Recently, I encountered a couple of situations in which organizations – in the name of empathy and inclusion –...
Workplace Politics and Inclusive Organizations: Thinking Like an Autistic.
Autistic and many other neurodivergent workers often find workplace politics one of the most stressful aspects of...