546 Reducing Miscommunication among neurodiverse teams with Chris Hooten

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Eric Tivers, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP

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🗓️ 28 February 2025

⏱️ 54 minutes

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In this episode of ADHD reWired, Eric Tivers welcomes Chris Hooten, a LinkedIn Top Facilitation Voice and certified neuro-mindfulness coach. With over 15 years of experience, Chris specializes in helping neurodiverse organizations foster inclusive communication, leadership, and workplace strategies. Eric begins the episode with a personal update, sharing his ongoing journey of overcoming burnout and a recent formal autism evaluation. He also highlights his interviews on Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Entrepreneur on Fire, as well as the pressing need for advocacy in the face of recent policy changes that threaten diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The core discussion revolves around communication challenges in neurodivergent teams and how traditional workplace structures often fail to accommodate neurodiverse employees. Chris introduces the 4D Model of Neuroinclusive Communication—a framework designed to improve communication by making it more descriptive, deliberate, direct, and diverse. They discuss common workplace miscommunication issues, the pitfalls of platforms like Slack for neurodivergent individuals, and how managers can foster psychological safety. Chris also explores the systemic barriers that impact neurodivergent and marginalized individuals in professional spaces. They emphasize shifting away from medicalized, deficit-based narratives about neurodiversity and adopting an intersectional, affirming approach that values lived experiences. Eric and Chris conclude by reflecting on the evolving nature of work, the need for workplace wellness, and how neurodivergent individuals are often the first to recognize unsustainable work environments. Chris shares insights on fostering genuine inclusion rather than performative DEI efforts and provides strategies for improving workplace culture. 🔗 Find Chris Hooten: | LinkedIn | Instagram 💡 Resources & Announcements: Pre-registration is now open for the ADHD reWired Coaching & Accountability Groups. Secure your spot at . Spring Sessions April 24 - June 19th. Join Adult Study Hall for virtual co-working and upcoming Zentangle workshops at . Support the show on Patreon at . 🎧 Listen Now! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast app! Contact Chris at ADHD reWired's Coaching and Accountability Groups: Adult Study Hall: Eric on the Chasing Life Podcast - Eric on Entrepuner on Fire 5 Calls

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0:00.0	Communication is, it's a, it's a huge complex web.
0:04.4	And even more so when we talk about neurodiverse spaces, which again is everywhere, every
0:08.5	community, because every community is neurodiverse spaces.
0:11.8	How do we communicate effectively?
0:12.9	And when I say we, I mean the group.
0:15.2	How does the group communicate effectively?
0:17.9	ADHD rewired episode 546.
0:22.6	Since 2014, this has been the podcast for ADHD adults who have really good
0:28.2	intentions and a slightly wandering attention.
0:31.1	I'm Eric Tivers.
0:31.9	I'm a licensed clinical social worker by training and a coach by design.
0:36.2	I'm your host, and I have ADHD. ADHD rewired is more
0:40.2	than just a podcast. You can learn about our coaching and accountability groups, our virtual
0:44.5	co-working community, and more. All at ADHD rewired.com. We are wired for connection and you
0:51.8	are not alone. Learn more about our offerings including our
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1:17.7	We know this starting is the hardest part, so let's get started.
1:22.5	Hey everyone.
1:23.1	I know it's been a minute since my last episode, and I'm still finding my rhythm, but I wanted to check
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