How to work with other people
summary
Explains concrete numbers — 15–20% of people are neurodivergent, ~10% dyslexic, ~5% ADHD, 1–2% autistic and only 29% of autistic people hold full‑time jobs — and shows practical adjustments that actually reduce churn. Recommends body doubling, writing a personal README, employee resource groups, quiet rooms, scheduled messages, wikis for process clarity, low‑light/noise setups, fidget devices, and reasonable time‑off. Argues these produce measurable benefits: better retention, fewer misunderstandings, and higher quality work from diverse cognitive styles.
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chapters (9)
- 0:00Intro
- 5:41Definitions
- 7:54It's rough out there
- 9:52Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, & more
- 13:29Tricky situations
- 17:49Not all people have the same skills & aptitudes
- 18:14Diversity drives innovation
- 20:00How to work with Other colleagues
- 26:36Contact & Resources
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