Introduction

Welcome to the Neurodivergent Guide to the Workplace. This guide is designed to discover your individual work style, foster clear communication with your team mates, manager, and the broader org. This guide will help you create relationships which foster a supportive, inclusive, and productive work environment. And maybe make some good friends along the way 😊

How to Build and Utilize Your Support Network

Start with Individual Relationships

• Building trust with your colleagues is the core of a fruitful work relationship
• Most problems are not technical, they’re relational
• Show vulnerability and use honest, direct communication.
• Don’t just talk about yourself. Demonstrate that you hear what others are saying, and learning about their limitations, needs, goals, and work styles.

Understanding Your Needs

• Reflect on your unique needs and how they can be met.
  • Do you get drained by meetings?
  • Do you need a more structured work environment and instructions?
  • Do you need large blocks of time to focus?

Asking for Help

• Discuss stigma of neurodiversity and importance of asking for what you need
• How this is a win-win for you and your team

Set Boundaries