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Culture by NeurodesignEpisode 59: Season 1 reflection: the three themes you connected with mostIn this special Season 1 finale of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge reflects on a full year of episodes, and explores three themes that have resonated deeply with her listeners.
Why neuro-inclusion is your performance infrastructure, not only an ethical add-on. How connecting diverse neurostyles strengthens both wellbeing and organizational results, and why this dual focus is the heart of the modern leadership playbook.
Why accommodations don’t scale as the primary strategy to enable neurodivergent talent. And how proactive cultural design (“design, not disclosure”) creates healthier, more scalable, and more effective working cultures.
Why the neurodiversity lens goes b...
2025-11-1813 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 58: Freedom within a framework: how autism-inspired design builds neuro-inclusive cultureI shared my experience of flying from Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport with my autistic son, Chris, two weeks ago, and how thoughtful, human-centered design transformed an overwhelmingly a stressful journey into one that was manageable.
The response online was overwhelming. So in a short follow-up series, I’m exploring the key themes that emerged from your comments.
Last week’s episode focused on progress over perfection. This week, I am continuing me reflection with the second theme: freedom within a framework, and what it really means to build neuro-inclusion by design, not disclosure.
In thi...
2025-11-1110 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 57: Progress over perfection airports show us the way from autism to neuro-inclusive cultureLast week, I shared my experience of flying from Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport with my autistic son, Chris. I was blown away by how thoughtful, human design made a stressful situation manageable, and by the incredible response to that story online.
Comments have poured in, and some interesting themes emerged about what what resonated when we think about how to design neuro-inclusion into our cultures. So in this episode - the first in a short series - I’m digging into one of those themes: progress over perfection.
In this episode:
• Why “perfect plans” block neur...
2025-11-0411 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 56: Trust over control: autism and universal design at Schiphol airportWhat happens when inclusion runs on trust instead of control?
In this episode, I explore what flying from Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport with my autistic son revealed about how trust, flexibility, and how universal design can turn inclusion from a set of exceptions into a reliable system.
• My FIT cultural model that turns inclusion from a reaction into a system.
• Why the old “accommodations-only” model no longer works in neurodiverse workplaces.
• The story of a flight, a Pikachu cuddly toy, and an airport that quietly got autism-inclusion right.
• Howleadership using Freedom within a Framework le...
2025-10-2810 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 55: Energy by design: how teams can rethink burnout and focus in the age of distraction - with Rich EllisYour team’s energy isn’t infinite, but you can design it to go where it counts most.
In this episode, Dr Lisa Colledge talks with Rich Ellis, a health and energy coach who helps individuals and teams protect and sustain their energy before burnout hits.
💡 You’ll hear:
• Subtle signals of energy mismanagement you can spot early on.
• Energy myth: the more you exercise, the more energy you’ll have.
• Practical steps to help your team start to regain focus, rhythm, and recovery.
• Real-world stories from Rich’ work with tech, construction, and pro...
2025-10-2135 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 54: The ADHD advantage in entrepreneurship, with Peter ShankmanThe ADHD brain isn’t broken - it’s built for action.
In this fast-moving, funny, and deeply personal conversation, Peter Shankman - five-time entrepreneur, author, and ADHD advocate - shares the life rules and habits that helped him turn distraction into drive.
🔹 Why 3:30 a.m. workouts keep him focused and calm.
🔹 How ADHD shapes his creativity, risk-taking, and speed.
🔹 The mindset shift that helped him build multiple companies.
Peter’s learned to understand and work with his ADHD brain. His story shows what’s possible when you stop fighting your wiring and start...
2025-10-1424 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 53: From defensive to Neuro-Inspired: how the best teams thrive in volatile timesIn these volatile times, the old leadership playbook is cracking under the strain.
The same habits that once kept teams safe now hold them back - slowing innovation, draining energy, and disconnecting people from their mission. In this episode, Dr Lisa Colledge shares how leaders can shift their teams from defensive to neuro-inspired, building cultures that thrive in uncertainty by pairing structure with stretch.
🔹 Why reliability can quietly turn into rigidity.
🔹 The two traps teams fall into when change accelerates.
🔹 Designing teams that stay curious, connected, courageous, caring, and creative - even under pressure
2025-10-0712 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 52: Your emails aren’t enough: lessons from neurodiversity and universal designLeaders often assume communication is clear, but sticking rigidly to your preferred style quietly drains energy and reduces impact.
In this episode, I share stories from my own career that reveal how easy it is to leave performance on the table, and how simple shifts reclaim lost impact.
You’ll hear:
• The hidden costs of sticking to “your” style only.
• Why assuming people have read your emails causes churn.
• Practical ways to reduce wasted energy in meetings and projects.
• How rigid communication leaves engagement and impact untapped.
• Why universal design, ADHD, and autism...
2025-09-3009 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 51: Autism-inspired communication: fixing hidden energy leaks at workIn this episode, I share two simple tips inspired by how my autistic son learns best, and show how we can apply this approach to unlock hidden impact in the workplace.
You’ll hear:
• Why “implicit” signals and fake questions drain energy.
• How to flip invisible energy leaks into focus and measurable impact.
• Real-world stories from parenting, corporate, and cross-cultural work.
• Why universal design benefits autistic, ADHD, dyslexic - and every – brain.
👉 Join my free 30-minute presentation (9 October) to see more case studies and my FIT Framework in action. Register here: https://www.crowdca...
2025-09-2313 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 50: The new leadership playbook: award-winning universal design for ADHD, dyslexia, and autism🎉 Episode 50 special!
I’ve just been named Leadership Consultant of the Year by Corporate LiveWire - and I’m sharing the award-winning innovations that underpin the new leadership playbook.
👉 In this episode:
• Why we’re all “high performers” - when enabled.
• How autism, dyslexia and ADHD power universal design for teams.
• Why designing for neurodivergent extremes lifts everyone’s performance.
• 5 award-winning innovations: universal inclusion, culture over compliance, Neuro-Inspired Teams™, Future-Ready Team Pathway™, FIT Golden Rules.
🚀 Plus: a brand-new free presentation series to celebrate: short, practical sessions you can use straight away.
👉Register h...
2025-09-1619 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 49: Steven Puri on flow, focus and productivity: brain hacks from Hollywood and tech🎬 From Independence Day to independent workdays: Steven Puri brings insights from both worlds.
He’s led Hollywood studios, raised $20M in venture funding, and now runs The Sukha Company, where he shares the brain hacks and guardrails that help him channel his ADD, dyslexia, and the constant pull of modern distractions into focused, meaningful work.
In this episode, Steven and I discuss:
• How to set up flow states on demand.
• What Hollywood taught Steven about tenacity versus talent.
• Practical hacks that turn 9 scattered hours into 5 focused ones.
• Stories from Die Hard, Transformers...
2025-09-0948 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 48: What the neurodivergence? Sabine van Ditzhuizen puts me on the spot about neuro-inclusive designIn this fast-paced, no-fluff conversation for Sabine van Ditzhuizen’s What the DEI? series, I get put on the spot about neuro-inclusive design: what it means, why it matters, and how to make it work without drowning leaders in yet more DEI programs.
You’ll hear:
• Terminology: neurodiversity and neurodivergence.
• Business strengths linked to autism, ADHD and dyslexia - and trade-offs.
• Why you don’t need people to “disclose” before you design for their needs.
• Two easy neuro-inspired changes that will transform your team’s engagement.
• The data that proves cognitive diversity + the right culture = be...
2025-09-0219 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 47: Flow state and fast brains: balancing creative flow with rigorous structure – a discussion with Nick CawthonNick Cawthon is a San Francisco–based user experience specialist whose career has been driven by his love of creativity, change, and the magic of the flow state. In this conversation, he shares how his “fast brain” thrives when pushing into the unknown, why “burning the mental bridges” can spark breakthroughs, and how pairing with more structured thinkers brings out his best work.
Hear about:
• The magic of the flow state — and what helps Nick get there.
• Why “burning the mental bridges” sparks his creativity and innovation.
• The complementary power of different approaches: the value of balancing...
2025-08-2628 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 46: Designing for difference: lessons from two restaurants getting autism inclusion right - a discussion with Will SavellWhat if small, values-led businesses are already leading the way in autism-inclusion: quietly, practically, and without a policy document in sight?
In this uplifting and highly practical episode:
• Will Savell shares real-world inclusion stories from two restaurants in East Tennessee.
• We explore how clear communication, calm leadership, and flexible roles support autistic team members.
• Learn how strengths-based team design helps everyone perform under pressure, not just those with a diagnosis.
• Discover what it feels like to work in a truly inclusive environment, not only for neurodivergent team members but also for...
2025-08-1913 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 45: From autism diagnosis to entrepreneur: finally, inclusion that works for everyoneDiscover how designing for diverse neurostyles boosts both fairness and performance. Neuro-inclusion works for autistic, ADHD, and neurotypical thinkers, without trading one group’s opportunity to thrive for another’s.
This is the story behind my business, that led to me being recognized as one of the Top 10 Entrepreneurs Shaping the Future in 2025: https://www.lisacolledgeconsulting.com/inside-view/top-10-entrepreneurs-who-will-shape-the-future-in-2025
This is the story of why neuro-inclusion is the only kind of inclusion that makes sense to me.
Suspect that someone in your team is autistic? Has ADHD? Is dyslexic? Wondering how you can...
2025-08-1212 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 44: Neuro-inclusion 101: a conversation with Kay Suthar on what leaders missNew to neuro-inclusion?
This episode is the perfect place to start.
In this warm and curious conversation, Kay Suthar asked the big questions, about leadership, team culture, autism, ADHD, and how we build workplaces where everyone contributes.
You’ll hear us discussing:
• How I accidentally discovered the impact of neurodivergence at work.
• The autism-inspired communication tweak that boosted performance across an entire team.
• That “awareness” is a good start, but not enough for lasting change, and what to do instead.
• Why the easiest situation to implement this in is a o...
2025-08-0519 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 43: ADD in the age of DEI backlash: a real-life look at burnout and belonging, with Will SavellWhat happens when masking stops working, and the system starts to make less space for difference?
In this powerful, real-world conversation:
• Will Savell shares his journey through ADD, executive burnout, and a fresh start.
• Why “diversity hire” comments are more common, and more damaging, than we think.
• The wide range of responses to neurodivergence — from candid curiosity to quiet discomfort.
• A raw look at the politicization of DEI in the US, and why the people most affected rarely get to lead the conversation.
• And, if you are nervous about ho...
2025-07-2934 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 42: Neurodivergent thinking is a business strategy, not a sympathy play with Robert AnnisWhat if the very skills your business is missing are ones you’re accidentally screening out?
In this high-energy, thought-provoking discussion with organizational psychologist Robert Annis, we cover:
• The unexpected strengths of autistic team members, far beyond the tech stereotype.
• Cognitive diversity as a business asset for growth and innovation, not just a compliance checkbox.
• Our role in making the case to leaders that they should stop overengineering processes which stifles innovation.
• Signs of a cultural shift happening in forward-looking organizations, with a focus on the code deceiphering skills of UK’s GC...
2025-07-2235 min
Make Your Mark PodcastMYM 208 | Neuro-Inspired Leadership: How Lisa Colledge Is Rewiring Teams for Inclusion & PerformanceSend us a textIn this powerful episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar is joined by neuro-inclusion expert Lisa Colledge, who brings a bold new perspective on team building, leadership, and communication in the workplace. Lisa shares how her personal journey—sparked by her son’s autism diagnosis—led her to become a trailblazer in creating neurodivergent-friendly team environments. Lisa’s background in science and corporate change management gave her the perfect foundation to test and implement new communication strategies in real-time, leading to extraordinary results for entire teams. What started as a personal mission t...
2025-07-1628 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 41: How to design a brainstorm for autistic and ADHD thinkers - and everyone elseMost brainstorms favor one type of thinker, and leave the others drained or silent.
Discover how to unlock better ideas by designing your brainstorm for ALL neurostyles: introverts, ADHD-style fast thinkers, autistic-type deep processors, and more.
⚡ Includes 3 focus areas, each with 3 tactics, to help your team contribute their best thinking.
These are practical, research-backed, neurodivergence-inspired tips you can apply today, whether or not your team members have shared a diagnosis.
Want to boost the effectiveness of your brainstorms, and your team? Let me help you with that.
👉 Book a...
2025-07-1514 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 40: My ADHD team lead is unbearable during deadlines. What can I do?A real situation. A real team. A real problem.
The team believes their lead has ADHD, and blames that for everything: chaos, stress, last-minute scrambles, and sleepless nights. But here’s the truth:
👉 The real problem isn’t what you think it is. And solving it doesn’t require a diagnosis.
In this episode, Dr Lisa Colledge shares a team case study: delivering on a deadline feels like a warzone, the team feels disrespected and overwhelmed, and performance is below where the team feels it should be.
Discover:
• Why “she’s just so...
2025-07-0814 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 39: The surprising connection between parenting and leadership: discussion with Sharon LimYour team isn’t your family, but if you’re leading both, you likely have more skills you can interchange between both situations than you realize.
In this conversation, Leadership and Team Coach Sharon Lim shares how two decades of guiding executives shaped how she raised her three teenaged sons, and what it taught her about trust, boundaries, and letting go.
We explore why leadership isn’t separate from who you are as an individual, and how your skills at work might be some of the best parenting tools you didn’t know you had.
💡...
2025-07-0139 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 38: Lee September on transforming sensitivity into a leadership superpowerWhat if the traits you thought made you ‘weird’… are actually what make you a brilliant leader?
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge speaks with Lee September, Software Engineering Manager at Bol.com.
Lee shares how discovering his neurodivergence, and embracing traits like sensitivity, empathy and deep perception, have shaped the way he leads. These traits have become key assets in both his leadership of a tech team and his work as a driving force behind Bol.com’s successful Neurodivergence Business Resource Group (BRG).
🎧 This episode is especiall...
2025-06-2440 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 37: Neurodivergence and high performance: lessons from a underwater school playWhat does a school play for neurodivergent children have to teach us about leadership and team performance?
In this personal episode, I share a moment that reminded me exactly why I started this work:
I believe that everyone can do something extraordinary—when you enable them to succeed.
- Why our expectations shape outcomes more than we think.
- How small sensory anchors created safety and enabled brilliance.
- What music, visual cues, and neutral facial expressions teach us about inclusivity.
Whether you lead teams, hire talent, or...
2025-06-1709 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 36: Super-vision: why autistic minds are a natural match for intelligence workWhat do autistic pattern recognition, Temple Grandin’s visual thinking, and Israel’s elite intelligence unit have in common?
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explores why neurodivergent thinking styles - such as autistic and dyslexic neurotypes - are a natural match for high-performance roles in cybersecurity and intelligence.
From Unit 9900 in the Israeli Defence Forces to the US Federal Workforce pilot, this episode explores how visual cognition, spatial reasoning, and anomaly detection are turning teams including neurodivergent individuals into national security assets.
Drawing on neuroscience from Professor Laurent Mott...
2025-06-1015 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 35: What tech got right with autism at work programs — and where we go nextAutism hiring programs, like those of SAP and Microsoft, proved that neurodivergent talent can supercharge innovation, retention, and team performance. But what if you’re a team lead, founder, or manager without a big organizational program behind you?
In this episode, D. Lisa Colledge explores why these initiatives, while groundbreaking in their time, aren’t enouigh for today’s teams. Often don’t scale: they rely on formal diagnosis, central coordination, and deep resources, and they leave out many people who could benefit.
You’ll hear how companies like ASML and EY are evolving beyond diagnosis...
2025-06-0315 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 34: Anti-bias brains that excel in logic and rational decision-makingWe like to think of ourselves as rational—but science tells a different story. Our brains are wired to take shortcuts so we can take rapid, instinct-based decisions, and while that helped our ancestors survive, today it can leads to sub-optimal outcomes.
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge discusses how the information processing style of autistic thinkers is more resistant to these “heuristics” and emotion-driven biases—and why that matters for your team’s performance. From rejecting sunk costs to resisting framing traps and decoy pricing tricks, autistic brains tend to be less susceptibl...
2025-05-2708 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 33: Autism and Silicon Valley: a case study in neuro-inclusive designIn this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explores what happens when culture meets people where they are—not where we think they should be.
Using Steve Silberman’s now-classic Wired article The Geek Syndrome as a starting point, Lisa describes how Silicon Valley became a pioneer in neuro-inclusion—by attracting talented people, with traits that made them well suited to technology and that also happen to be associated with autism. These people created a particular culture in which they could lead with their strengths.
We explore:
• Why autistic talent gravitated towards...
2025-05-2010 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 32: Your culture alarm: growth slows every time you hit snoozeIn this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge speaks directly to leaders who aim to take advantage of a growth opportunity, but sense that something is not quite right in their team—even when everything on the surface looks fine.
These early signals—low energy, stalled projects, reduced initiative—are culture alarms. They are subtle, and easy to ignore, but they are real. And most leaders, pressed for time or doubting their instincts, hit snooze and settle for lower levels of success than are available.
Lisa shares personal and client stories that illustrate what h...
2025-05-1312 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 31: The hidden cost of rock stars—and what great leaders do insteadWhat if the team member you rely on most—the one who always delivers—is quietly limiting your team’s growth?
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explores the risks of over-relyiance on high performers, and what it really takes to build a high performing, innovative team.
Through personal stories, research, and actionable insights, Lisa unpacks why rewarding only individual brilliance alienates others, leads to burnout, and limits growth.
You'll hear how Neuro-Inclusive Teams inclusive team design unlocks sustainable performance from everyone on your team, including your stars.
Lear...
2025-05-0613 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 30: Step 4: from personal action to team accountabilityIn this episode, Dr Colledge explores Step 4 of her signature program, 12 Steps to a Future-Proof Workplace Culture. It’s the step where cultural change moves beyond the leader and begins to involve the team—intentionally, respectfully, and practically.
With candid personal stories and a proven tool—the Neurostyle Navigator—Lisa explains how to build motivation and shared accountability to make the cultural change you’re driving towards by uncovering hidden preferences, and avoiding some of the common traps leaders fall into when trying to create change.
If you want to lead a cognitively diverse te...
2025-04-2918 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 29: Culture is the game — IBM vs PolaroidWhat does it really take to survive disruption—and thrive in the face of it? In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explores two iconic companies that faced massive change in the early '90s: IBM and Polaroid. Both had brilliant people. Both valued culture. But only one turned its culture into a capability—and survived.
Lisa unpacks how IBM’s turnaround under Louis Gerstner Junior hinged not on new technology, or hiring and firing, but on enabling the talent already within—by changing the culture. She contrasts this with Polaroid, whose strong but rigid cu...
2025-04-2216 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 28: Work get-togethers: connection, not conformityWork get-togethers are meant to be fun and engaging, right? But the fact is that they’re only fun for a vocal minority of your organization—and an exhausting ordeal for others.
In this episode, I explore how team social events usually default to an extrovert-friendly mold, leaving introverts, neurodivergent team members, and those facing personal challenges feeling drained, overlooked, and pressured to conform.
I break down the self-fulfilling prophecy of workplace socials, why simply making them “optional” is cowardly and not a real solution, and how to design team gatherings that enable connection without forcing...
2025-04-1524 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 27: Empathy, innovation, and the future of work: a discussion with Robert AnnisIn this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa College is joined by neurodivergent business psychologist Robert Annis for a candid and insightful conversation on neurodivergence, leadership, and the future of work.
They discuss the strengths and struggles that come with neurodivergent experiences, the generational shifts in talent entering the workforce, and what leaders must do to build inclusive, resilient organizations. Robert’s personal story adds depth and urgency to a topic often simplified in business conversations.
It’s time to move beyond myths and embrace complexity—because the future of innovation depends on it.
...
2025-04-0836 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 26: Step 3: action – the power of microinclusive leadershipIn Episode 26 of Culture by Neurodesign, we take the next step in my signature program, Neuro-Inspired: 12 Steps to a Future-Proof Workplace Culture. After defining your vision in Step 2, it’s time to start taking action—starting with you.
As a leader, your team mirrors your behaviors. This episode focuses on two small but transformative leadership behaviors:
Microinclusions: small acts of inclusion that boost engagement and well-being.
What, not how: shifting focus from process (“how”) to outcomes (“what”) to empower the diverse thinkers in your team).
These simple shifts require no extra time or budget—but they do requir...
2025-04-0119 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 25: The middle way – practical strategies for empowering your teams. Discussion with Jaime Gennaro – part 2How do you create meaningful change in your team when leadership isn’t fully on board?
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Jaime Gennaro and I explore The Middle Way—a practical, under-the-radar approach to empowering your team, building influence, and driving change without fighting for top-down approval.
If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to make things better but facing leadership roadblocks, this episode is for you.
Jaime’s website is available here: https://www.practica.consulting/.
Read more about the benefits of engaging...
2025-03-2531 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 24: Pride in neurodiversity: a special Podcasthon episode with Tjerk FeitsmaIn this special Podcasthon episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa College sits down with Tjerk Feitsma, Director of The Neurodiversity Foundation, to discuss the transformative power of neurodiversity.
Tjerk shares his journey from late diagnosis to becoming a leading advocate, The Foundation’s global impact, and the significance of Neurodiversity Pride Day. We explore why inclusion matters, the misconceptions about neurodivergence, and how workplaces can unlock the potential of all minds.
Listen in for an inspiring conversation about changing narratives, building inclusive workplaces, and taking meaningful steps toward a more neurodivergent-inclusive future.
Fi...
2025-03-1842 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 23: Why do some leaders resist growth? Discussion with Jaime Gennaro, Part 1Why do some leaders resist growth—even when it’s clearly beneficial for their teams and organizations?
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, I sit down with my partner and leadership coach Jaime Gennaro of Practica Consulting. We explore why some leaders struggle to embrace change, how ego and outdated management styles play a role, and why gender dynamics often influence leadership engagement.
If you've ever wondered why some leaders seem stuck in their ways and what you can do about it, this candid conversation is for you.
And wh...
2025-03-1117 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 22: Vision before action: step 2 of my signature programIn this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, we continue exploring my signature program, Neuro-Inspired: 12 Steps to a Future-Proof Workplace Culture. Today, we focus on step 2: defining your vision for a future-proof team.
Rushing to solutions without a clear vision will only slow your progress and limit your impact. That’s why we take this time to clarify where your team is going, and what success looks like, and how we’ll measure it before diving into cognitive inclusion.
I’ll guide you through:
✅ Identifying your primary focus—Engagement and Wellness, Talent Retention and Acquisitio...
2025-03-0413 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 21: Organizational resilience: 90% of companies lack the core capabilitiesThe world is more unpredictable than ever, yet 90% of organizations admit they lack the core capabilities needed for resilience. Leaders recognize the risks—technological disruption, regulatory shifts, economic instability—but most still focus on short-term damage control rather than long-term adaptability.
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explores why most resilience strategies fall short and how organizations can shift from reactive survival to proactive leadership and thriving when faced with disruptors. She discusses:
The top disruptors keeping leaders awake at night.
How psychological safety, teamwork, and cognitive inclusion create long-term resilience.
The Priv...
2025-02-2521 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 20: Quiet strengths: engaging introvert talent - a discussion with Richard EtienneHow can teams tap into the quiet potential of introverts, and create environments where they thrive?
In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa College sits down with Richard Etienne, founder of The Introvert Space, to discuss the power of the often hidden strengths of introverts, and how teams and orgaizations can shape their culture to maximize the contributions from introverted talent. They explore the workplace challenges faced by introverts, the friction between different working styles, and practical strategies for improve inclusion of different personality types.
Whether you're an introvert yo...
2025-02-1834 min
Business for HumansUnlocking Leadership Potential with Dr. Lisa ColledgeJoin business coach Jaime Gennaro and Dr. Lisa Colledge, an expert in cognitive diversity and inclusive leadership, in an open and engaging conversation about the complexities of leadership development. In this episode, they delve into reasons why some leaders resist growth, explore the impact of team dynamics on success, and introduce inventive strategies to foster internal change.
The candid dialogue between Jaime and Lisa covers various challenges faced by leaders who are often too focused on profits and least interested in strengthening leadership skills or team development. They provide insights into managing leadership egos and the disconnect...
2025-02-1344 minBusiness for HumansUnlocking Leadership Potential with Dr. Lisa ColledgeJoin business coach Jaime Gennaro and Dr. Lisa Colledge, an expert in cognitive diversity and inclusive leadership, in an open and engaging conversation about the complexities of leadership development. In this episode, they delve into reasons why some leaders resist growth, explore the impact of team dynamics on success, and introduce inventive strategies to foster internal change.
The candid dialogue between Jaime and Lisa covers various challenges faced by leaders who are often too focused on profits and least interested in strengthening leadership skills or team development. They provide insights into managing leadership egos and the disconnect...
2025-02-1344 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 19: Reviving our evolutionary superpower: why teams need cognitive balanceIn this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explains the research behind the Theory of Complimentary Cognition, and how evolution formed humanity's unique ability to adapt to change through collaboration and cognitive diversity.
Lisa breaks down why our workplaces often miss out on the benefits on offer from this evolutionary superpower by prioritizing cognitive "fit" over "mix", resulting in teams that may be efficient but which lack resilience.
Drawing on research from Helen Taylor and her colleagues, she explores how organizations can proactively build cultures that attract and connect different cognitive styles to...
2025-02-1116 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 18: Build resilient teams: engagement, talent, and innovation redefinedWhat if one strategic shift could simultaneously boost engagement, attract top talent, and drive innovation?
In this episode, I introduce Step 1 of my signature 12-step program—a practical, research-backed approach to embedding cognitive inclusion and unlocking your team’s full potential.
You’ll learn:
✅ Why traditional diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts often fall short.
✅ How disengagement, talent struggles, and resistance to change are all interconnected—and solvable with a single approach.
✅ A simple, actionable first step you can take today to assess the opportunity.
If your team feels stuck, burned out, or...
2025-02-0420 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 17: From berry bushes to breakthroughs: ADHD and innovationIn this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explores how cognitive diversity fuels organizational innovation and resilience.
Drawing on new scientific research, Lisa illustrates how traits commonly associated with ADHD—although often misunderstood—can be powerful assets in fast-paced, ever-changing environments.
Learn why a mix of cognitive styles within your team is essential, and how investing in building strong connections between people with different styles enhances creativity, adaptability, and long-term success.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and ada...
2025-01-2816 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 16: From constraints to creativity: dyslexia and innovationDr Lisa Colledge continues her focus on innovation by exploring the cognitive strengths associated with dyslexia.
Drawing on research by Helen Taylor and Martin David Vestergaard to reframe dyslexic skills as team strengths rather than challenges, Lisa highlights how dyslexic traits—such as strong holistic perception, and a rich memory for the context of experiences—equip teams to thrive in rapidly changing environments.
She also discusses how evolutionary pressures shaped these traits to benefit humanity and how teams and organizations can emulate this to build resilient, adaptive teams.
I’m Dr Lis...
2025-01-2123 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 15: Autism, allism, and innovation: a case study with Prof. Laurent MottronDr. Lisa Colledge shares a case study from Professor Laurent Mottron, whose lab thrived by combining diverse cognitive styles. Highlighting autistic team member Michelle Dawson’s contributions, the story shows how traits like attention to detail and analytical rigor, paired with allistic strengths, drove impactful outcomes. Learn why a cognitively inclusive culture is key to sustaining innovation.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2025-01-1421 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 14: Innovation through the lens of the six working geniusesDiscover how cognitive diversity fuels the innovation cycle in this episode of Culture by Neurodesign. Dr. Lisa Colledge connects Patrick Lencioni’s six working geniuses to the innovation process, explaining the innate behaviors behind each genius and showcasing real-world examples. Learn how addressing gaps in these traits through a cognitively inclusive culture is key to driving sustainable organizational success.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2025-01-0725 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 13: The innovation cycle: from creativity to executionDr. Lisa Colledge debunks the myth that innovation can’t be systematized by distinguishing between creativity and innovation and introducing frameworks like the explore-exploit model and Patrick Lencioni’s six working geniuses. She explains how leaders can create systemic conditions that foster a balance of cognitive styles and an inclusive culture, enabling organizations to cycle from idea generation to value creation sustainably.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2024-12-3121 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 12: Avoiding the Polaroid pitfall: a culture of healthy dissentDr. Lisa Colledge examines the balance between cultural fit and cognitive diversity, featuring case studies from Originals and Polaroid’s downfall. Learn how fostering cognitive inclusion drives innovation, resilience, and adaptability, with actionable insights to future-proof your team.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2024-12-2426 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 11: DEI and the straight white male: what can I contribute?Dr. Lisa Colledge explores barriers to engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), especially for straight white men, and reframes DEI as a strategy for innovation, retention, and talent. She introduces cognitive inclusion—embracing diverse thinking—and offers practical tools to help leaders confidently advance inclusion for all.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2024-12-1724 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 10: DEI in the media spotlight: are you feeling the pressure?Dr. Lisa Colledge examines the challenges and opportunities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today’s turbulent media landscape. From corporate missteps to lessons in authenticity, she explores the pressures leaders face when addressing sensitive inclusion topics. Drawing on real-world examples like Salesforce's Mark Benioff and candid LinkedIn discussions on neurodivergence, Lisa highlights why authenticity and evidence-based leadership are essential for success in the DEI space.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring...
2024-12-1022 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 09: Can’t I rely on ERGs to drive DEI?Dr. Lisa Colledge examines whether leaders can entrust Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to drive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Drawing on her experience leading a disability-focused ERG and backed by research, she explains how relying solely on ERGs can lead to uneven progress, burnout, and missed opportunities. Instead, she advocates for leadership accountability and a "Freedom within a Framework" approach to ensure sustainable and impactful DEI efforts.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and end...
2024-12-0325 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 08: We’ve invested in diversity. Can we hit pause?Dr Lisa Colledge discusses the limitations of traditional diversity programs in organizations and urges leaders to rethink their approach to DEI.
While a diversity focus can create valuable communities and support networks, they often fall short of driving true equity and organizational success. Lisa highlights the importance of fostering a cognitively inclusive culture, where people of all neurostyles and backgrounds can contribute their best.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilie...
2024-11-2620 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 07: Rethinking DEI: organizational as well as individual benefitDr. Lisa Colledge calls for a shift in DEI from meeting representation targets to building an inclusive culture that drives organizational success. Highlighting the benefits of cognitive inclusion on well-being and performance, she makes a strong case for leadership-led inclusion as a strategic priority, supported by research on flexible thinking and engagement.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2024-11-1922 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 06: From ambition to action: what it’s like to work with meLisa shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work with her. She discusses her strengths in breaking down complex, ambiguous problems, highlights her unique approach to influencing and executing strategies, and shares seven key quotes that shape her leadership style.
This is the final episode in the introductory theme, Meet Lisa: my journey from science to inclusive leadership setting the stage for more in-depth conversations about inclusive leadership.
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2024-11-1220 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 05: Driving lasting impact: three case studies of sustainable competitive advantageLisa explores three real-world case studies that demonstrate the application of some of the factors common to change initiatives, which Lisa described in episode 4.
Join Lisa as she explores impactful transformations through product innovation, the creation of a framework for responsible metrics, and a department-wide cultural shift. Learn how involving stakeholders, building trust, and applying an agile mindset can de-risk major changes and drive long-term success.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagemen...
2024-11-1222 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 04: De-risking cultural change: my approach to transforming your organizationLisa shares her approach to managing the risks associated with large-scale cultural change initiatives, emphasizing that these efforts can be treated much like launching a new product. Lisa discusses four key factors from the literature that successful cultural change initiatives have in common, and adds three essential tips from her experience.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2024-11-1218 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 03: From personal experience to leadership: why inclusion became my career priorityLisa shares a deeply personal journey that led her to make cognitive inclusion the focus of her career. After discovering her son’s autism, her personal experiences and leadership roles shaped her dedication to fostering inclusion in the workplace. Lisa explains how embracing cognitive inclusion has the potential to improve both people and business metrics, including retention, wellness, profitability, and innovation.
I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.
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2024-11-1221 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 02: DEI and me: a journey from indifference to insightLisa shares her personal journey from being indifferent to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to becoming a passionate advocate for inclusion. She explains the impact of her upbringing, personal experiences, and the discovery of cognitive diversity, which has driven her to emphasize that inclusion must be inclusive – relevant to everyone and not just specific groups. Lisa explores the difference between DEI and how enabling cognitive diversity can boost both people and business metrics.
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2024-11-1216 minCulture by NeurodesignEpisode 01: From molecules to mindsets: my eclectic journey from science to leadershipLisa shares her journey from a background in biochemistry and molecular biology to a career centered around inclusion and neurodiversity. After working in scientific research and analytics at Elsevier, Lisa shares how personal experiences, like her son's autism diagnosis, shaped her advocacy for cognitive inclusion in business, and led her to an understanding of how embracing lessons from neurodivergent thinking styles can unlock innovation, boost team dynamics, and transform business outcomes.
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2024-11-0621 min
That's BusinessThe Power of Cognitive Diversity with Lisa ColledgeThis week on That's Business, our special guest is Lisa Colledge, founder of Lisa Colledge Consulting. She helps businesses thrive by harnessing cognitive diversity and transforming organizational cultures. Specializing in neurodivergence inclusion, Lisa collaborates with leaders to create resilient, innovative environments that attract and empower diverse thinking styles.Links:Website: https://www.lisacolledgeconsulting.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacolledge/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@culturebyneurodesign
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2024-11-0531 minBusiness for HumansFrom Redundancy to Reinvention Client Conversations with Lisa ColledgeNavigating Entrepreneurship: From Redundancy to Reinvention
In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Lisa Colledge, of Lisa Colledge Consulting, who transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship after facing redundancy. Lisa shares her story of embracing change, building community, and finding her path towards creating a meaningful business.
Lisa's journey serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience, courage, and determination required to navigate the path of entrepreneurship. By embracing change, building community, and staying true to her vision, she has transformed redundancy into reinvention, inspiring others to do the same.
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2024-04-1642 minBusiness for HumansFrom Redundancy to Reinvention Client Conversations with Lisa ColledgeNavigating Entrepreneurship: From Redundancy to Reinvention
In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Lisa Colledge, of Lisa Colledge Consulting, who transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship after facing redundancy. Lisa shares her story of embracing change, building community, and finding her path towards creating a meaningful business.
Lisa's journey serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience, courage, and determination required to navigate the path of entrepreneurship. By embracing change, building community, and staying true to her vision, she has transformed redundancy into reinvention, inspiring others to do the same.
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2024-04-1642 min
Let Your Freak Flag Fly84 Pianos :: Iso Improv Ensemble :: Moles + HallPlaylist Intro: Jessica at Birth Theft ward north 5 from Head On Clocked Out 84 pianos - Pandemic Edition 84 Pianos – Global Pandemic Edition was a one-time-only performance live-streamed on June 12th, featuring pianists performing live in their own homes & studios throughout Australia, plus the U.S. Canada, England, and New Zealand. During the performance listeners could engage with the YouTube live stream or visit the Locus Sonus Sound Map to listen to individual pianos and create their live mix http://locusonus.org/soundmap/051/ Director - Vanessa Tomlinson, Composer - Erik GriswoldLive sound mix - Leah Barclay, Live video mix - Greg Harm 84 Pianos was...
2020-07-1100 min
Webcast@OULisa Colledge11.25 - Snowball Metrics. Lisa Colledge, Snowball Metrics Project Director,
Global Academic Relations, Elsevier.
2013-03-0500 minInnovations Seminar UK 2012 – Zeeba TVSnowball Metrics: global standards for institutional benchmarkingLisa Colledge Elsevier Play (5min) Download: MP4 | MP3 Higher education institutions want data-based intelligence to input into their strategies. The current situation enables this need to be addressed neither quickly nor easily. A group of distinguished UK universities have formed a partnership – the Snowball Metrics initiative – to address this, by endorsing a manageable […]
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