John & Mima From Manager to Mentor: Navigating Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Neurodiversity with Theo Smith

This is the leading podcast on Neurodiversity where Theo chats with people from all walks of life on their stories, their journey, and their lived experiences on the Topic of Neurodiversity and Neuroinclusion.

In this episode, Theo sits down with two extraordinary individuals, Mima and John, to share their incredible journey and experiences in the context of neurodiversity.

Join us as we delve into Mima's passion for Lego, her work in forestry, and her love for cricket, alongside John’s role as a forest manager at Chatsworth Abbey estate.

Discover how their paths crossed, both from Bangor University with a shared passion for forestry, and how their collaboration has led to valuable insights about autism and the challenges they faced.

Get ready to explore the fascinating world of neurodiversity and gain a deeper understanding of the unique perspectives and talents these individuals bring to the table.

Tune in now for an enlightening conversation that will inspire and inform.

• Introduction to the podcast and its sponsor, Dynamis Group (0:27)

• Theo introduces the guests, Mima and John, and their journey (1:15)
• Mima describes herself as a Lego-obsessed individual who works in forestry and plays cricket (2:32)
• John is the forest manager at Chatsworth Abbey estate and shares his love for cricket and classic cars (3:57)
• Theo discusses their experiences at Bangor University and the nature of their work (5:00)
• Mima reflects on her struggles in the early days of her job, including difficulties with spatial awareness (6:14)
• John shares his observations of Mima’s challenges and his concerns for her health (13:38)
• John discusses his realisation that Mima might be autistic and his initial reaction to the discovery (25:00)
• Mima recounts the moment when John brought up the possibility of her being autistic and her subsequent conversations with friends about it (27:16)
• John talks about their decision to pursue a diagnosis and the importance of asking questions (28:31)
• We then delve into what happened next!

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