Redesigning the Rules: ADHD, Disclosure, and the Future of Inclusive Workspaces

What if the systems we move through every day like school, work, life, were actually built to support the way our brains work, instead of working against us?

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and neurodiversity advocate Dave Thompson to unpack what real inclusion looks like in the workplace. From childhood diagnosis to system level change, Dave shares how his personal and professional experiences collided into a career focused on redesigning the workforce for neurodivergent success.

We talk about:

• The emotional complexity of disclosure at work

• Why accommodations aren't just for some people—they benefit everyone

• How AI tools like ChatGPT can be liberating or limiting depending on who's steering the ship

• And how Gen Z is forcing workplaces to finally catch up

This conversation isn’t just about jobs, it’s about dignity, autonomy, and building environments that actually work. Whether you're an ADHDer navigating the 9 to 5, a manager wanting to do better, or someone just tired of masking, this one’s for you.

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Rebranding The Brain: Neurodiversity at Work | Dave Thompson | TEDxDanville