How Neurodiversity in Tech Will Combat AI Challenges

? The ‘Era of Illusion’ Edition ?

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By Andrew Allen and Carla Dewing

Is there an untapped superpower hidden in your remote team??

?? Believe it or not, a mammoth 60% of tech workers might just be neurodivergent. And guess what? They love remote work, big time.

Now get this: they’re also the secret ingredient to combating your challenges with AI.

Wait, what!

You'd think remote leaders would be bashing down doors to find these pros and unlock their magic, right?

But there’s a catch.

These brilliant minds are playing hide and seek, thanks to some old-school views that unfairly labeled neurodivergence as a disability.

Talk about a missed opportunity!

It's like sitting your MVP out during the big game.

Turns out, neurodivergent folks are AI whisperers, making tech smarter and more reliable when they work with it.

Your mission is to tune into your remote team and make it the place for neurodivergent talent to strut their stuff. Miss out, and you're sidelining your shot at AI greatness.

Albert Einstein, Elon Musk and Greta Thunberg – all neurodivergent people who changed the world.?

Got someone like that on your team? Time to find out.?

?? Read: Neurodiverse? Your Remote Team Has an Advantage With AI.

Here’s what you should be focused on:

• Find out why neurodivergent tech talent keeps their status under wraps and how this silence is a setback for AI innovation.
• A crash course on what neurodivergence really means and why it's not a disability but a distinct advantage.
• Practical tips on creating an environment where neurodivergent individuals feel secure and valued.
• Strategies to amplify the strengths of neurodivergent team members for unparalleled AI success.

Ready to rethink what you know about your team?

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?? The Latest Episode ? Visual AI & Trust

?? What if seeing isn’t believing anymore?

For everyone working online, figuring out what’s real and what isn’t is about to become a lot trickier.

Welcome to the era of Sora, and the dismantling of visual trust.

OpenAI’s new text-to-video tool is exploding onto the market. And it will challenge the visual norms we’ve relied on for the last 100 years.

Such faith-shaking change?triggers fear.

That can be a destructive force for your remote career.

So this is the time for remote workers?to?embrace opportunity.

It’s episode 59 of Out of Office and we’re discussing the intersection of trust in the age of AI video this week, and the impact it could have on remote work.

Will you retreat in fear or leap at new opportunities?

Watch it now ??

What’s Inside?

? See Sora's sorcery?(+its potential to stir the deepfake cauldron)

? The trust conundrum in the age of visual AI?(+why it's under tight wraps)

? How to?hone the human skills needed?to make exceptional stories (+3 tips!)

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?? Breaking News ? This Week in Remote Work

Stellantis Hosted a Mandatory WFH Day…Then Mass Fired 400 People

• The meeting was said to require ‘specific attention and participation.’

Business Insider Talks About Career Advancement if You’re Overemployed

• Secretly working multiple remote jobs makes being promoted harder.

Texas A&M Today is Calling Them Digital Humans. They’re Great Teachers

• This study proves they teach as well as human beings…and better.

Snap CEO Issues Ultimatum: You Have 60 Days to RTO or Leave

• CNBC was told that Snap is aiming to promote in-person collaboration.

The NYT Reports on One Tech Sceptic Who Has Changed His Tune About AI

• David Autor has a theory that Gen AI will benefit the middle class.

???? Ask Andrew ? Answers to Your Questions

? Send your questions here!

This Week's Question is From ZB, in Johannesburg, South Africa:

“I am really struggling to get remote job opportunities. Is working remotely unattractive to recruiters?”

My Answer:

Hey ZB,

Hmm.

Based on the way you've phrased this, it sounds as though you perceive your desire to work remotely being detrimental to your application.

Yet typically the remote policy for any job is determined by the hiring company, and all applicants would have to agree to the same terms.

It wouldn't count against you individually unless you are applying for jobs that offer less flexibility than you are looking for; and asking them to make exceptions for you.

That's about as fruitless as the time I tried to convince Airbnb hosts with a 'no pets' policy to let me bring my dogs anywhere. While there were less options when I filtered only the places that were explicitly compatible with my needs, I did eventually find a lovely place where I and the pups were all happy.

The same principle is true for you: ignore jobs that don't explicitly offer the flexibility you need. Only apply for fully remote jobs.

As long as you are good at what you do, you'll find a decent one eventually. (Crossover is a good place to start).

Ask Andrew is a way for you to write in with a question and get a direct response from me. Focus on remote leadership, Crossover insights, and global remote work narratives - leave out technical and application queries!

Have a question on your mind? ?? Ask Andrew ??

Andrew Allen is the VP of Content Marketing at Crossover. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand and has worked for Crossover since early 2021. His superpower is using storytelling and humor to create memorable insights on complex topics. Learn more about him (and meet his doggos) here.

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?? Does your remote culture feel a bit…off?

There’s still time to spot the issues and turn things around for a healthier, more productive team environment.

• Recognize the ominous signs of a toxic culture
• Lead with openness to build trust
• Use dynamic team activities to bond and grow

?? Read: How to Address a Toxic Work Culture (2 Min Guide for Managers)

?? Is your workplace a haven for mental well-being?

Create a supportive workplace where mental health is a priority, not an afterthought.

• A quick chat can be a lifeline
• Let personal life and work blend smoothly
• Make sure everyone knows where to find mental health resources

?? Read: 7 Ways to Promote Mental Health in the Workplace

?? Dreaming of a high-performing remote team?

This guide reveals key strategies to unite, inspire, and drive your team towards exceptional results.

• Align your team with shared objectives and individual contributions
• Keep the lines open and the ideas flowing with smart tech
• Equip your team with the right tools for success

?? Read: How to Build a High Performing Remote Team (A Guide for Managers)

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