ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Leading Neurodiverse Teams: What Most Organisations Get Wrong
In this episode of Team Talk, I'm joined by neurodiversity expert Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of Firebird. Together, we explore what it really takes to support neurodivergent talent at work – and why so many organisations are still getting it wrong.
Rachel shares her own journey to late diagnosis of autism and ADHD, and how that experience shaped her mission to help organisations build more inclusive, effective workplaces.
We discuss the reality inside many organisations today, the common misconceptions leaders hold, and the significant business and human benefits of getting neuroinclusion right – from improved innovation and retention to better client outcomes.
Rachel also offers practical, no-nonsense advice for leaders and team members:
- why small, everyday actions matter more than big initiatives
- how curiosity (without judgement) builds inclusion
- what "systemic inclusion" looks like in practice
- and why sometimes the best thing you can do… is nothing at all
We close with a powerful sporting story that perfectly captures Rachel's philosophy: turning perceived disadvantages into strengths.
A must-listen for any leader who wants to create a team where everyone can do their best work.
Important links:
- Instagram: @rachel.firebird_neurodiversity/.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-morgan-trimmer/.
- Website: AskFirebird.com
- Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Rachel.Firebird_Neurodiversity
About the guest, Rachel Morgan-Trimmer
Rachel Morgan-Trimmer is one of the UK's most well-known neurodiversity experts. She is an international keynote and TEDx speaker who is renowned for breaking down barriers and her unique, often humorous approach to what can be a difficult topic.
She founded her neurodiversity consultancy Firebird to train companies in neurodiversity inclusion without, as she says, "the boring bits".
About the host, Sherry Bevan
Sherry Bevan helps teams in transition perform at their best – without the fluff. A former Global Head of IT Service in an international law firm, she now works across technology, professional services and the charity sector.
Through her Team Performance Reset, Sherry supports new and changing teams to build trust, strengthen collaboration and set the foundations for high performance from day 1.
A former grassroots cyclist and still a runner, Sherry is fascinated by what sport can teach us about teamwork, leadership and sustainable performance – and it's these ideas she explores with leaders and experts on Team Talk.
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