Evaluating Candidates Beyond Superficial Metrics

This chapter highlights the critical role of informed hiring decisions that move beyond surface-level traits to focus on performance metrics and advancement potential. It also underscores the need for training leaders to effectively recognize and support neurodiversity within organizations.

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The future of work is here — and it’s neurodivergent.
In this powerful conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with disability lawyer and neurodiversity advocate Laura Greenberg to explore why embracing neurodiversity is no longer optional — it’s a competitive advantage.

You’ll discover:

Why assumption is the risk when it comes to managing people
How neurodiversity shapes communication, conflict resolution, and innovation
The real reason some body language cues can be misleading — and how to avoid costly misreads
How leaders can build psychological safety so everyone can bring their authentic selves to work
What happens to companies that fail to adapt (and why Gen Z won’t work for them)

Whether you lead a team, negotiate deals, or simply want to understand people better, this episode will challenge the way you see communication forever.

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