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National Autistic Society – Vision to Reality strategy 2023 to 2026

National Autistic Society – Vision to Reality strategy 2023 to 2026

We’re delighted to launch our new Vision to Reality strategy 2023 to 2026. Guided by the Moonshot Vision, the strategy defines the unique role the National Autistic Society will play in creating a society that works for autistic people. It outlines the beliefs, ambitions and priorities that will guide our work. Whether you’re an autistic person, family member or ally, a partner organisation, a staff member or Trustee, a volunteer at your local branch, a committed campaigner or fundraiser – or perhaps several of these – this strategy helps define a set of shared objectives so we can change the world together. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
July 4, 2023
Pride month: How to celebrate working with pride authentically and stamp out discrimination

Pride month: How to celebrate working with pride authentically and stamp out discrimination

Corporate support for Pride is rising, but is it authentic or performative allyship? Many companies jump in on Pride month festivities. Whether it’s by sponsoring a float or hosting workshops, we are seeing more take an active role. However, not all go beyond performative allyship and tackle the real, painful workplace discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. myGwork’s latest research on the experiences of LGBTQ+ women and non-binary professionals revealed that 70% experience workplace discrimination. This is higher for those with intersectional experiences from marginalized communities and ethnic minority groups. The research highlighted that 70% had left an employer for failing to provide inclusive and equitable workplaces. These statistics echo the results of other surveys carried out by LGBTQ+ charities like Stonewall, which…
Dr Neil Thompson
July 4, 2023
Seth Godin’s blog – Which team?

Seth Godin’s blog – Which team?

Culture seeks shortcuts. The oldest shortcut is: “Friend or foe?” If we know the answer to that, a whole bunch of time gets saved, and fear is reduced as well. The labeling goes beyond which team, cadre, tribe or village someone is part of. It extends to the ways we demonstrate which box we’ve chosen–fashion, pro sports, even the tech we use or how we speak. The search for safe shortcuts becomes an end to itself. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
July 4, 2023
Spotlight – The Spirituality and Religion Practice Manual

Spotlight – The Spirituality and Religion Practice Manual

Spirituality, whether or not rooted in religion, is a core feature of what it means to be human. In this important practice manual, two very experienced writers and educators explain  why spirituality and religion should be a fundamental consideration for the people professions, broadly defined – that is, professions based on helping people tackle their problems and fulfil their potential. Available from https://neilthompson.info/shop/ or Amazon
Dr Neil Thompson
June 22, 2023
Neil Thompson’s Lessons for Living – Give yourself thinking time

Neil Thompson’s Lessons for Living – Give yourself thinking time

As we have noted, the modern workplace tends to be a pressurized one. There is therefore a temptation to just press on, to adopt an attitude of ‘Head down, get on with it’. This can be highly dangerous as it means that people are making decisions, interacting with other people and generally going about their business without giving enough thought to what is involved or how it might go wrong. Part of the problem is that some workplace cultures can encourage this sort of behaviour and create the impression that stopping to think is a luxury you can’t afford if you work here (rather than a necessity if you are to practise safely). So, whether the impetus to just ‘Get…
Dr Neil Thompson
June 22, 2023
Beyond ‘toughing it out’: Mental health in the social change workplace

Beyond ‘toughing it out’: Mental health in the social change workplace

The applause at the conference was enthusiastic, and the ambiance, reflective. Hands shot up in the air with question after question: “Can you say more about how it felt when you were depressed?” “What can we do if our CEO is not supportive of employee well-being?” “My friend has bipolar, how can I support him?” I (Enoch) gladly and patiently answered them. On the outside, I looked poised, having just shared my lived experience from depression and suicide attempts to founding my social impact consulting company, Bearapy, to improve workplace mental health in the Asia-Pacific region. Inside, I could feel myself disintegrating. I knew my energy was depleting, and I had been met with rejection after rejection from potential clients…
Dr Neil Thompson
June 22, 2023
The ‘work hard and you’ll get a good job’ mantra is no longer true – so what do I tell my kids?

The ‘work hard and you’ll get a good job’ mantra is no longer true – so what do I tell my kids?

When I was a child, back in the relatively halcyon days of the 1990s, I had my fair share of angst – friendship problems, homework, sibling rivalry and appalling fashion sense. But one thing remained clear and stable: the advice I was given on how to achieve the best possible life. In those pre-digital days, this was imparted by a few trusted adults: teachers, relatives and parents. And it rarely wavered from “get a good education, choose a good career and climb the ladder”. There was an implicit understanding that if you jumped through the accepted hoops between childhood and adulthood then success and happiness would be your reward. These days things are less clearcut. The path to perceived success…
Dr Neil Thompson
June 22, 2023
Navigating leadership challenges: Lessons from top industry leaders

Navigating leadership challenges: Lessons from top industry leaders

Leaders of any organization or industry face challenges that can either make or break their careers. Leadership comes with significant responsibility and requires unique skills to navigate complex situations. In today’s fast-paced world, the challenges facing leaders have become even more complicated and diverse. How well they can manage these challenges distinguishes successful leaders from others. This blog post will explore some of industry leaders’ most common leadership challenges and draw insights from their experiences. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
June 22, 2023