In today’s must-listen episode, Ruth is joined by the talented Tamzin Hall, a leader in neurodiversity coaching and contributor to the best-selling co-authored Optimus book The Power of Coaching. Tamzin, the founder of the Neurodiversity Academy, shares her journey from a 20-plus-year leadership role to championing neurodiversity in the workplace. Listen as they explore the challenges neurodivergent individuals face. The pressing need for increased support and understanding from leaders, and the profound impact of embracing neurodiversity on individual happiness and team performance. This inspiring conversation is set to shed light on the importance of awareness and inclusivity in harnessing the full potential of our diverse workforce. Don’t miss Tamzin’s engaging insights and practical advice on making our workspaces a better place for everyone.
Here are the Highlights:
06:28 Leaders must understand and invest in diversity.
09:15 Questioning societal norms, asking about neurodiversity.
13:24 Bias, assumptions and neurodiversity language challenges discussed.
14:57 Understanding and embracing neurodiversity improves workforce performance.
17:10 Rethinking special educational needs for future success.
21:28 Fear of eye contact can cause self-doubt.
24:01 Be compassionate and raise awareness for neurodiversity.
About Ruth Kudzi:
Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is a MCC level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach Ruth was a senior leader in education.
Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/
Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/
About Optimus Coach Academy:
Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates.
If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training
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About Tamzin Hall:
Tamzin, the founder of The Neurodiversity Academy, is devoted to ensuring business support their neurodivergent staff, the right way. With over 25 years of leadership experience, and a lifetime of neurodiversity experience. Tamzin is a successful author, certified performance psychology coach (accredited and certified with Optimus), and a champion for neurodiversity. As someone who is dyslexic herself, she sets a powerful example, motivating others to embrace their distinctions and thrive. Her collaboration book with Optimus alumni authors soared to the top of the Amazon bestseller list.
Find out more: https://www.theneurodiversityacademy.com/
Connect with Tamzin:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamzin-hall/
Produced by Winter Audio.
