Dr. Daniel Wendler

This popular talk has been given to audiences at Google, Harvard, and the US Treasury department. It covers:

• Introduction to neurodiversity and how it can help us better understand differences
• The competitive advantage provided by creating genuine inclusion and support for neurodivergence
• Viewing neurodivergence through the lens of strengths and challenges, rather than disorder or “problem to be fixed”
• Understanding the social model of disability, and how many challenges are caused by how the environment is set up rather than innate deficits
• Practical applications for workflow and processes, office environments, hiring & promotions, and strategic decision-making

Strength in Neurodiversity is typically presented as a one-hour didactic training with Q+A, but can be adapted to a longer and more interactive experience. It can also be adapted to a variety of organizations, including businesses, government entities, medical practices, and universities.

This training draws on principles of organizational psychology to challenge assumptions about leadership and unlock leadership potential. Participants learn key insights from psychological science on leadership and group dynamics, and engage in experiences that yield new perspectives into themselves and fresh opportunities to step up as leaders. This can be given as a lecture or an in-depth workshop that includes experiential activities, guided discussion, and reflection opportunities. also features guided discussions and reflection opportunities.

Burnout is a critical factor in the workplace. Learn from clinical psychologist Dr. Daniel Wendler the best strategies for avoiding and recovering from burnout, and how team members and organizational leaders can create a culture where everyone can thrive. You’ll learn:

• Why burnout happens, and how to recognize and respond to it
• How to engage in effective self-care
• How to provide support to a team member who is struggling
• How to set (and enforce!) healthy boundaries
• Managing shame and self-image when seeking support or taking time off.
• Specific ways burnout affects neurodivergent people
• When to seek professional mental health support

Co-presented with Dr. Kyler Shumway, this keynote equips individuals, teams, and organizations to embrace change and be comfortable with discomfort. Drawing from Dr. Wendler’s expertise as a clinical psychologist, Outside the comfort zone explores the role that comfort and familiarity plays in our well-being; and also provides practical tools for going outside the comfort zone and seeking growth opportunities.