Inspirational Leadership for People Managers, Executives & HR Leaders · 2026-04-06 · 46 min
In this episode of Inspirational Leadership, Kristen sits down with Dr. Ludmila Praslova to explore how neurodiversity can reshape the way we lead, hire, and build workplace cultures. They unpack the concept behind The Canary Code, why traditional hiring practices often miss great talent, and how designing for neurodivergent individuals creates better environments for everyone. This conversation is a powerful reminder that inclusive, human-centered leadership isn’t just the right thing to do - it leads to stronger, more effective organizations. In this episode, you’ll learn: What neurodiversity really means in the workplace Why interviews often fail to assess true capability How to create more inclusive hiring and onboarding practices The importance of transparent career paths beyond people management What great leadership looks like in a neurodiverse world About the GuestDr. Ludmila Praslova is an organizational psychologist, Thinkers50 Radar honoree, and author of The Canary Code. She helps organizations build more inclusive, human-centered workplaces.
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