Episode 56
Accessibility Is Everyone's Problem - with Dr. Lauran Star
Organizational Disruptor, Dr. Lauran Star shares her journey from dyslexic student, to trauma medic, to DEI advocate.
Dr. Lauran Star, an organizational disruptor and advocate for neurodiversity and accessibility, shares her journey from being a dyslexic student, to becoming a veteran, trauma medic, and a leading figure in diversity, equity, and inclusion. She discusses the importance of accommodations for neurodivergent individuals, the evolution from equality to equity in the workplace, and how organizations can better support all employees. Lauran emphasizes the need for leaders to recognize and value the unique strengths each employee brings and the business benefits of doing so. The conversation also touches on personal stories, practical solutions, and the importance of authentic leadership in fostering an inclusive environment.
BIO
Dr. Lauran Star understands organizations culture and the impact and challenges of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity your organization may be facing and has evidence-based solutions with proven outcomes. She is known for uncovering blind spots to achieve optimal performance and enhanced retention. Dr. Star dives in where others tread lightly yet is insightful, warm, and approachable.
Dr. Lauran Star has over two decades driving evidence-based inclusion, diversity, and equity in STEM and Healthcare. She has worked with executive/senior leadership, human resource management, and employees with several Fortune 500 companies; helping them create an inclusive organizational culture that thrives in today’s business.
CHAPTERS
3:45 - How did you come to be an organizational disruptor?
9:30 - Dyslexia diagnosis
18:20 - Why blue paper?
20:40 - Lauran’s history of dyslexia and the authorities’ right to diagnose
24:10 - There’s no such thing as a perfect child
30:22 - The reluctancy to honor accommodations
36:12 - How to make organizations listen?
43:33 - Catering to everyone, not just the majority
45:00 - Equity vs. Equality
49:34 - Why speaking up matters
57:00 - How DEI affects productivity
59:20 - Formula for DEI
LINKS
Evidence Based Inclusion It’s Time to Focus on the Right Needle - by Dr. Lauran Star
IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)
Rajesh Anandan Headshot - Clare Kumar
Clare Kumar Hidden Disabilities pose - Clare Kumar
Hidden Disabilities cards - Clare Kumar
Evidence-Based Inclusion: It’s Time to Focus on the Right Needle - Amazon.ca
Other Images and Video - Canva
Speechify logo - Speechify
Lauran Star photo pose - drlauranstar.com
Kamala Harris - Wiki
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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.
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CREDITS
Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin
Production Assistant: Rafael Dona
Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music • Cali - Wataboi · [Copyright-free Music]
