Episode 18: Psychological safety, empowerment and building neuroinclusive workplaces with Dave Thompson
Educator, innovator and advocate in the field of neurodiversity employment, Dave Thompson, joins our Co.CEO Jeff Couillard to discuss the opportunities and challenges of fostering psychologically safe workplaces for neurodiverse employees - and how that effort benefits everyone.
Listen in as they explore:
- The importance of 'challenger safety'
- How coaching is for everyone - not just neurodivergent employees
- How to make sense of common terminology
- Dave's experience helping teams foster more meaningful connection and neuro-friendly workplaces
About Dave
As Director of Strategic Programs for Potentia, Dave supports companies in becoming more neuroinclusive through training on best practices, as well as recruiting and providing ongoing support to neurodistinct professionals.
His work is fed by a desire to see the world of work continue to evolve through increased opportunity, flexibility, empathy, acceptance, and support for neurodistinct professionals. He believes that diversity, including neurodiversity, makes the world of work a better, more productive, innovative and understanding place.
Outside of his work, Dave is a proud father, husband and punk rocker. 🎸
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