Neuroinclusive Workplaces with Michelle Wood and Keith Gelhorn
Join host Corrie Melanson for a revealing conversation with neurodiversity advocates Keith Gelhorn, founder of Advocacy, and support worker Michelle Wood, as they explore what it truly means to build neuro-inclusive workplaces—and why it’s a win for everyone.
Drawing from lived experience and professional expertise, Keith and Michelle break down the myths, share personal journeys of late diagnosis, and offer practical strategies for employers and colleagues alike. From rethinking hiring practices to redesigning the workday, this episode is a toolkit for turning awareness into action.
Key topics include:
- What “neurodivergent” really means and why flexibility isn’t a perk, it’s a necessity
- How traditional interviews exclude talent and what to do instead
- The power of “unmasking” and creating spaces where people can bring their whole selves to work
- Simple workplace adjustments: quiet zones, sensory tools, body doubling, and meeting-free deep work blocks
- Why supporting neurodivergent employees isn’t just an HR issue; it’s a leadership and culture shift
- The surprising link between neurodivergence and entrepreneurship, and how to harness innovative thinking
- Navigating late diagnosis, self-advocacy, and moving from shame to strength
Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, coworker, or someone navigating your own neurodivergent journey, this episode offers empathy, insight, and actionable steps to make your workplace more inclusive and more human.
Ready to rethink how work works? Listen now.
