Ep. 96 Being Human in the Workplace with Katheryn Bermann

Send us a Message thing we all have in common. We're all human. And yet, humanity in the workplace (and elsewhere) isn't always what we're focused on.  Join Kim and Louise as they are joined by Behavioral Therapist Katheryn Bermann for an insightful episode where we delve into the importance of recognizing each other's humanity in the workplace, especially through the lens of neurodiversity. From enhancing collaboration to fostering a positive company culture and improving employee well-being, we explore how embracing empathy and understanding can lead to greater team success.You can learn more about Katheryn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katheryn-bermann/Show Highlights0:00 Hellos and Welcome0:25 Career Conversations2:54 The Intellectual and Development Disabilities Advocacy Corp.4:01 The celebration of community5:06 The Career Pivot from Warehouse Manager to Special Needs Advocate6:02 What is it like being a Behavior Scientist9:21 Teaching in Behavior Science11:43 Neurodiversity in the Workplace18:01 The Need for Neurodiversity in the Workplace20:25 The Rigidity of the Job Description28:04 Respecting Neurodiversity31:40 Bringing More Humanity to the Workplace35:56 The Need for Time Off40:41 The Need for Experimenting Within the Office41:18 Continue the Conversation with your special invitation to the Inspireize Network#WorkplaceEmpathy #HumanityAtWork #TeamSuccess #PositiveCulture #EmployeeWellBeing #PodcastInsights #CollaborativeWorkplace #EmpatheticLeadership #ThrivingTeams #InclusiveWorkplace #KickassCareer #KickassCareerConversations #YKAC #CareerConversationsConnect with us directly:You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromainYou can find all things Louise here.Wanna get started on crafting your own kickass career? Download Your Career Clarity Assessment hereYou can also get Kim's Mindset Magic Cards here.Don't forget to email your questions, comments, outbursts, and suggestions at [email protected] a circle of changemakers committed to leading with purpose, presence and ease inside Kim's Rising Visionaries mentorship program.Reclaim your career and confidence during midlife through Louise's Rise & Redefine program.If you’re loving this show, come check out the Feminist Podcasters Collective, where creators like us are uplifting diverse voices and driving meaningful change. If you’re looking for new shows to fill your feed, head to https://feministpodcasterscollective.com