'Be that person': Tips for supporting neurodiversity in tech

Developing a more open culture

John Leonard
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'Be that person': Tips for supporting neurodiversity in tech
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'Be that person': Tips for supporting neurodiversity in tech

Four speakers in a panel session during last week's Women in Tech Festival, spoke of conditions that put up hurdles, and the changes organisations can make to make things better, not just for neurodiverse employees but for everyone else too.

Every brain is unique. Some brains are finely attuned to detail, others are more at home with grand visions. Some need structure, others thrive in uncertainty; some love company, others prefer soli...

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