Understanding what neurodivergent employees need to succeed

Dr. Lawrence Fung, an associate professor at Stanford and director of the Stanford Neurodiversity Project, sheds light on the unique strengths neurodivergent employees bring to the workplace. He discusses the staggering 20% prevalence of neurodiversity in the population and the substantial barriers, including high unemployment, these individuals face. Dr. Fung emphasizes the need for supportive corporate cultures and universal design approaches to help neurodivergent staff thrive. He advocates for a strengths-based management style and inclusive hiring that truly values diverse capabilities.