How Companies Hire Neurodivergent People? || Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Neurodivergent Employees || Conversation with Dr. Amit Phillora || M-Square Podcast || Episode 50

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Dr. Amit Phillora, a seasoned professional with expertise in neurodiversity, shares his journey and insights. He discusses his childhood, early projects, and the inspiration he drew from his father. Dr. Phillora explains how his interest in psychology and consumer behavior led him to study neurodiversity and neurotypicality. He highlights the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the workplace and the importance of creating inclusive environments. Dr. Phillora also touches on the concept of neurodiversity and the need for accurate identification and understanding of neurodivergent individuals. Neurodiversity is a concept that recognizes and values the cognitive differences in individuals. These differences can include conditions like dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Neurodivergent individuals may have challenges in certain areas but excel in others. It is important to create a diverse and inclusive work environment that accommodates the needs of neurodivergent individuals. Hiring neurodivergent talent can lead to increased productivity and quality. Neurodiversity can also be applied in marketing, using techniques like neuromarketing to understand consumer behavior. The conversation explores the concept of neurodiversity and its impact on various aspects of life, including education, employment, and social interactions. Dr. Amit Phillora emphasizes the importance of understanding and accepting neurodivergent individuals, highlighting the need for empathy rather than sympathy. He also discusses the role of neurodiversity in the workplace and provides insights into how companies can create inclusive environments for neurodivergent employees. The conversation concludes with a reminder to approach learning with an open mind and to continuously seek new knowledge. Takeaways Dr. Amit Phillora's journey into neurodiversity began with his interest in psychology and consumer behavior. Neurodivergent individuals face challenges in the workplace, and organizations need to create inclusive environments. The concept of neurodiversity refers to the population of individuals with different neurological conditions. Accurate identification and understanding of neurodivergent individuals is crucial for creating inclusive spaces. Neurodiversity recognizes and values cognitive differences in individuals Neurodivergent individuals may have challenges in certain areas but excel in others Creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is important Hiring neurodivergent talent can lead to increased productivity and quality Neuromarketing can be used to understand consumer behavior Neurodiversity should be embraced and understood, and individuals should be treated with empathy rather than sympathy. Companies can create inclusive environments for neurodivergent employees by implementing specialized recruitment processes and providing necessary accommodations. Understanding and accepting neurodiversity is crucial in education, employment, and social interactions. Approach learning with an open mind and be willing to unlearn old ways to embrace new knowledge. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Amit Phillora 02:05 Dr. Phillora's Journey and Early Projects 11:35 Venturing into Neurodiversity and Neuro Marketing 25:22 Challenges Faced by Neurodivergent Individuals in the Workplace 29:31 The Importance of Creating Inclusive Environments 31:49 Understanding Neurodiversity and Cognitive Differences 38:38 Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment 40:28 The Benefits of Hiring Neurodivergent Talent 46:49 Applying Neurodiversity in Marketing 56:44 Gifted Children and Neurodiversity 59:09 Different Goals, Similar Challenges 01:01:34 Creating Inclusive Workplaces 01:03:48 Empathy and Close-Ended Questions 01:06:13 Continuous Learning and Unlearning 01:12:38 Words of Wisdom: Never Judge, Always Learn