Brainpower and Borders: Neurodiversity in National Security
What can something seemingly unrelated to neurodiversity, the US Department of Defence, teach us about workplace inclusion?
In this episode of Conscious Curiosity, we explore a fascinating report on neurodiversity in the national security workforce - and uncover lessons every organisation can use.
From the “accommodations dilemma” to rethinking interviews, we look at how small, simple changes can remove barriers, unlock talent, and boost retention.
It’s not about being anti-neurotypical. It’s about being pro-neurodivergent. And the benefits - for teams, culture, and performance - are far-reaching.
🎧 Listen now to discover:
- Why job descriptions can unintentionally exclude
- How onboarding drives 69% higher retention
- The case for dropping traditional interviews entirely
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🧠 Connect directly with Neurodiversity in the Workplace Coach Franck Brown:
https://www.consciousclarity.co.uk/get-in-touch
www.linkedin.com/in/franckbrown
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🧠 Connect directly with Business Psychologist & Neurodiversity Coach Liz Mulhall:
www.linkedin.com/in/lizmulhall
[email protected]
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Link to today's academic paper: Neurodiversity and National Security: How to Tackle National Security Challenges with a Wider Range of Cognitive Talents by Weinbaum et al. (2023)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10501819/
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As ever, thanks for listening - catch you next episode!