Embracing Minds: Neurodiversity and the Super Power of Active Listening
Description
Join us in this inspiring episode as we delve into the remarkable
journey of Tara May, the visionary CEO of Aspiritech. Aspiritech, one of the nation's largest employers of autistic individuals in the technology sector, is changing lives and transforming perception.
In this conversation, we explore Tara's personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs in building an inclusive and innovative company and why the 'power of listening' is one of the greatest leadership tools you can master.
Topics covered include:
- Tara May’s Career journey
- Neurodiversity
- Psychological safety
- Active Listening
- Building positive company cultures
About Tara May
Tara is the CEO of Aspiritech a Chicago based tech company
specializing in QA testing company, and which empowers individuals on the autism spectrum to fulfill their potential through meaningful employment combined with social opportunity. In addition, Tara is a board member for a number of other companies, is a Forbes contributor and a neurodiversity champion.
About Engtal
HerSuccess is brought to you by Engtal. Engtal is a US-based staffing agency specializing in engineering and technology, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Part of our mission is to balance the diversity scales in our industry.
We are so tied to this mission that we donate a thousand dollars
from every underrepresented placement made to our nonprofit, Diversify the Future. We then use that money to fund scholarships for underrepresented groups to help them obtain a STEM degree. If you're an engineer or a tech professional looking for a new position, or you're
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