Perfectly Autistic

We are delighted to share that we now offer workplace mediation, as Kelly has completed training and is now a Certified Workplace Mediator. Over the past 18 months, Kelly has been approached multiple times to help mediate workplace conflicts, involving neurodivergent employees. Whilst he deeply understood the challenges and really wanted to help, he declined because he wasn’t trained in mediation. He discovered research indicating that a significant factor contributing to the resignation or dismissal of neurodivergent employees, is miscommunication and a lack of understanding of neurodiversity. Mediation when done by someone who is not only trained but also neurodivergent themselves, could: ✅ Bridge this gap ✅ Foster better understanding ✅ Improve team dynamics ✅ Reduce unnecessary turnover Could your team benefit from tailored workplace mediation or better support for neurodivergent employees? Get in touch today. Let’s build workplaces where everyone can thrive. #WorkplaceMediation #HR #Neurodiversity #Inclusionmatters #Leadership

We are so proud of our work with Mind. Here are some simple adjustments that can make a big difference to an autistic person like myself, at work. ➡️ Offering a quiet space at work can offer the chance for a person to decompress (autistic or not), so they can take stock of the day and recharge their batteries. ➡️ Using natural lighting in office spaces or home offices can help relax employees. It reduce stress levels and help with their circadian rhythm (natural body clock). ➡️ Making sure staff have a place to eat lunch away from their desk will really help, so people don't feel overwhelmed with smells. No-one like last night's tuna pasta bake reheated. Comment below if you'd like us to share the article we wrote for Mind. And if you want to find out more about how we can help you with supporting your neurodivergent employees at work, just drop me Kelly Grainger a DM! #Neurodiversity #NeurodiversityAtWork #HR #Autistic

Wondering who we are and what we do? We offer a host of services from neurodiversity training sessions and webinars, to ADHD coaching and workshops. - Why should you care? By embracing neurodiversity, organisations can have access to a different way of thinking and doing. A wider range of perspectives and skills which leads to an increase in creativity, innovation and problem-solving abilities. We ensure that you have the tools and strategies to make your workplace somewhere where people can flourish. Our sessions are carried out by our expert neurodivergent speakers and trainers Kelly Grainger and Hester Grainger. Kelly was diagnosed autistic and with ADHD in his forties, after a successful corporate career and Hester was diagnosed with ADHD later in life too. So if you are looking for neurodiversity training - you've come to the right place. We've worked with a host of big names - head to our website to check them out! #HR #NeurodiversityAtWork #Neurodiversity

Making small yet impactful changes during the interview stage can go a long way in creating a more inclusive and neurodivergent-friendly process, ensuring a truly level playing field for all candidates. Here are some practical ways to achieve that: - Provide a Clear Itinerary: Give candidates a detailed schedule of the interview, including who they’ll be meeting and how long the process will take. This can reduce anxiety and help candidates prepare better. Bonus Tip: Use visuals to map out where the office is located, who will be interviewing them, and how many people they might meet along the way. This added clarity can make a big difference! - Allow for Notes and Accommodations: Let candidates know it’s okay to bring notes to the interview. It’s also important to ask ahead of time if they need any specific accommodations to help them feel more comfortable and confident. - Stick to Clear, Experience-Based Questions: Avoid vague or hypothetical questions like, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” These can be challenging for neurodivergent individuals. Instead, focus on clear, experience-based questions that allow candidates to demonstrate their skills and qualifications in a concrete way. - Reconsider Eye Contact: Don’t evaluate candidates based on their eye contact. For many neurodivergent individuals, maintaining eye contact can be difficult and isn’t reflective of their abilities or engagement. By implementing these thoughtful adjustments, you're not only supporting neurodivergent candidates but creating a fairer, more inclusive interview process for everyone. #InclusiveHiring #NeurodiversityMatters #HR #NeurodiversityTraining

A few reasons why you should be hiring and supporting autistic staff like myself: - Unique perspectives and problem-solving skills - Attention to detail: keen eye for detail - High levels of concentration - hello hyperfocus - Reliable and loyal - Excellent memory and retention - handy for pub quizzes - fantastic in the workplace! - Diversity and inclusion promotes an inclusive and diverse environment - Improved processes and efficiency - Methodical approach - structured work improves productivity - Often identifies inefficiencies for better processes I could go on...! What would you add? #Autistic #Neurodiversity #AutismAtWork

🏢 Neurodiversity in the Workplace 🏢 Creating an inclusive workplace for neurodivergent individuals benefits everyone. Diverse teams bring fresh perspectives and drives innovation. #Inclusion #Neurodiversity #HR

We have trained over 70 companies across the globe helping them to understand about neurodiversity in the workplace. Here's what we've been told resonates the most when we've delivered our training / workshops / keynote talks / coaching (delete as applicable!) One size doesn't fit all. Neurodiversity training benefits EVERYBODY, not just neurodivergent employees. A top down approach for acceptance works best. Reasonable adjustments don't have to cost a penny. Having a neurodivergent workforce promotes creativity, innovation and a different way of thinking. If you offer neurodiversity trainers / speakers / workshops - it will open up conversations internally. You don't need to have all the answers. It is a journey. #Neurodiversity #NeurodiversityAtWork Looking for training? We are now taking bookings for November. We have availability before that - but love that people are getting organised!

What do you do? We do training. #neurodiversity #neurodiversityatwork

This is why we do the work we do. These numbers say it all. Thanks to Rowan Ahmadi-Nameghi CPC for sharing. #ADHD #ADHDCoach #Neurodiversity #NeurodiversityTraining

Wondering if you have ADHD…this post can help. #ADHD #Neurodiversity