Empowering Neurodiversity at Work: Vicky Little on ABC's "This Working Life"

At Specialisterne, we’re passionate about empowering neurodivergent individuals and building inclusive workplaces that harness the full potential of every employee. Earlier this year, our Chief Operating Officer, Vicky Little, was invited to share her expertise on ABC’s podcast, This Working Life, in an episode titled “How to Manage Neurodiversity at Work.” Vicky’s insights focused on practical approaches for supporting neurodivergent talent and fostering workplaces that celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Vicky spoke alongside host Lisa Leong about why neurodiversity matters and the tangible steps employers can take to support a neuro-inclusive culture. Reflecting on Specialisterne's work with prominent organisations like Westpac, Accenture, and EY, Vicky highlighted how a strengths-based approach can unlock new perspectives and innovation within teams. By emphasising skills and abilities over conventional perceptions, companies are seeing the value of neurodiverse employees as a driving force for positive change and resilience.

One key takeaway Vicky shared was the importance of awareness and education for managers and specialised coaching support. From training managers and leaders to providing ongoing specialist workplace coaching, Specialisterne's programs ensure that everyone feels understood and valued. As Vicky explained, this inclusive approach doesn’t only benefit neurodivergent employees but also enhances team collaboration and creates a more inclusive environment for all.

Vicky’s appearance on This Working Life underscores our commitment at Specialisterne to advocate for workplace inclusion and to champion neurodivergent individuals in meaningful careers. We’re excited to see how conversations like this inspire more organizations to embrace neurodiversity and take actionable steps toward building workplaces where everyone can thrive.

"This inclusive approach doesn’t only benefit neurodivergent employees but also enhances team collaboration and creates a more inclusive environment for all" - Vicky Little, Chief Operating Officer

Thank you to Lisa Leong and the ABC for the opportunity to share insights on this important discussion. To listen to the full episode and gain valuable insights into managing neurodiversity at work, click here.