Episode 10: How to create neuro-inclusive workplaces

Our guest this episode is the wonderful, Tim Smyth. Tim is a User Experience Researcher with expertise in technology, design, neuro-inclusion, and music.

In this episode we discuss Tim’s recent experience of job hunting, being neurodivergent and all Tim’s insights on designing better experiences for all. You’ll get a glimpse into Tim’s magical way of simplifying complexity through his approach of meeting people where they are at and designing with, not for others.

We love how Tim applies a unique combination of music, design, and technology skills with his own lived & living experiences to solve problems and create meaningful experiences to create a better society for all.

You can connect with Tim via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwsmyth/

Today's guest is Brent McAlister who joins us to talk about the power of multi-generational learning.

Brent is many things to many people, a parent, CEO, goal-keeper and community legend amongst many other things. Brent has worn many hats in his life to date including a proud parent to five young women (including co-host Rose), an innovative strategist and currently, a CEO who boasts an award-winning track record in transforming communities through innovative, pioneering approaches.

In this podcast, we explore mental health and accessing therapy, the power of multi-generational mentoring, leveraging spontaneous volunteering in times of crisis and why it’s important to be a lifelong learner.

It’s not often you get to hear the heart, soul, mind and depth of stories from an accomplished leader, dad and community advocate like Brent so sit back and enjoy this episode.

Content warning: this episode touches on stories of mental health and suicide and we advise listeners to take care and tune out if this may be triggering.

Today we are joined by Bev Simpson who is a Mum, Optimist, Connector, Talker, Feeler and has also worked part-time for almost a decade. Bev has over 15 years’ experience in People & Culture, working for some of Australia's most iconic brands. In this episode we explore why part-time options are vital for people at various life stages and how we can make part-time work for businesses and individuals.