Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance 264: Unmasking Neurodivergence at Work with Tatiana Ryan
How can embracing neurodiversity create a happier, more successful workplace?
In this thought-provoking episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O'Brien is joined by Tatiana Ryan, a passionate neurodiversity advocate and accomplished pharma professional. They had an insightful discussion about ADHD, neurodivergence, and thriving at work. Tatiana shares her personal journey from receiving an adult ADHD diagnosis to finding "superpowers" in her unique way of thinking. Together, Aoife and Tatiana debunk common myths, celebrate the strengths neurodivergent individuals bring to the table, and share practical strategies for belonging and productivity at work.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
- Neurodivergent superpowers: ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and other differences bring valuable strengths such as creativity, abstract problem-solving, big-picture thinking, logic, and attention to detail.
- The masking phenomenon: Women and others often "mask" neurodivergent traits, making diagnosis and support more difficult, especially in the workplace.
- How to embrace your own flavour of neurodivergence and experiment with routines and tools that suit your brain best.
- The power of authenticity and how bringing your whole self to work helps attract your “people” and builds lasting workplace happiness.
Related Topics Covered:
Workplace Priorities, Diversity & Inclusion, Behaviours at Work
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Episode 208: How can you Embrace Neurodiversity in the Workplace
About Happier at Work®
Happier at Work® is the podcast for business leaders who want to create meaningful, human-centric workplaces. Hosted by Aoife O’Brien, the show explores leadership, career clarity, imposter syndrome, workplace culture, and employee engagement — helping you and your team thrive.
If you enjoy podcasts like WorkLife with Adam Grant, The Happiness Lab, or Squiggly Careers, you’ll love Happier at Work®.
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Mentioned in this episode:
Thriving Talent book