Replay: The ROI of Kindness in the Workplace
Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed
Guest: Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech
Summary
On this At Work in America episode, Trish and Steve sat down with Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, a nonprofit with 95% autistic employees, to discuss neurodiversity and the ROI of kindness. Tara shared her journey into neurodiversity after her son's autism diagnosis and spoke about the importance of creating supportive work environments for neurodivergent individuals. We covered multiple practical steps for inclusivity, such as adjusting office environments and communication styles. We also learned more about Aspiritech's services, including software testing and creative services, and encourage businesses of all sizes to embrace neurodiversity for better organizational success.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Neurodiversity and Aspiritech
04:09 Expanding Opportunities for Autistic Employees
06:65 The Importance of Understanding Neurodiversity
10:24 Shifting Focus to Skills in Hiring
12:32 Creating Inclusive Workplaces
17:48 Cultural Norms and Acceptance
19:09 Practical Tips for Inclusivity
22:08 The ROI of Kindness in Business
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