Today we're addressing talent acquisition's biggest challenge: identifying the next untapped talent pool. Talent leader Ron Fish reveals the indisputable benefits of neurodiverse recruitment and how smart leaders are reaping rewards. This is an episode you really don't want to miss.
Welcome to a new season of The Mile Wide View of Talent Acquisition, with host Michael Yinger. In this episode, we're diving into a topic that's on the cutting edge of talent acquisition: neurodiversity in the workplace. As companies navigate an era marked by low unemployment and intense competition for skilled talent, the need to think creatively about untapped talent pools has never been greater.
Joining us is Ron Fish, Global Talent Acquisition Leader and a passionate advocate for people with disabilities, including those with neurodiverse conditions like dyslexia and ADHD. Drawing from both his personal and professional journey, Ron opens up about how neurodiversity has shaped his family, his career, and his mission to drive inclusive hiring practices.
In this candid and enlightening conversation, we unpack what neurodiversity really means, the unique strengths neurodiverse employees bring to organizations, and the often invisible barriers they face in employment. Ron shares practical insights into accommodations that can make a world of difference, with many of which cost little or nothing to implement. We also explore why businesses have been slow to tap into this abundant and underrepresented talent pool, and how simple organizational changes can foster a more innovative, productive, and welcoming environment for everyone.
Whether you're an HR leader, a manager, or just curious about the changing face of work, this episode delivers actionable strategies and inspiring perspectives on building a workforce that's truly inclusive—one mindful accommodation at a time.
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Ron Fish - Contact, Media, and Social Links
