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🌟 Celebrating Neurodiversity in Design This week, we’re inspired by the incredible story of a dyslexic architect who has played a key role in designing Virgin’s new engine room. This highlights the innovative edge that neurodiverse minds bring to the table—an essential part of creating solutions that are inclusive, creative, and transformative. At Othentik, we’re passionate about embracing cognitive diversity as a powerful driver of change. Neurodivergent perspectives are not just beneficial but essential to tackling complex challenges and leading impactful projects. Check out this fascinating article by Richard Branson, and let’s continue to push the boundaries of innovation together! Wishing everyone a great weekend! 🌍 #Neurodiversity #Innovation #Design #Othentik #Inclusion #CognitiveDiversity #WeekendReading https://lnkd.in/eCTFNnWZ

"Innovation thrives when people feel safe to contribute. When safety is present, barriers are removed, and creativity is unleashed." — Ed Catmull, Pixar Animation Studios co-founder At Othentik, we believe that 𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Without it, fear of judgment, failure, or retaliation blocks creative thinking and bold ideas. With it, people — neurodivergent and neurotypical alike — feel empowered to challenge the status quo, propose unconventional solutions, and unlock new potentials. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: Psychological safety isn't just a nice-to-have; it’s essential. Real-world cases show us the cost of its absence: missed opportunities, stifled ideas, and, in tragic cases, severe risks, like the Boeing 737 Max incidents. When safety is prioritized, teams innovate faster and solve complex problems with fresh perspectives. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗸 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲: 𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 Through "The Othentik Way," we craft physical and virtual environments where 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 flourish: 💡 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆: Encouraging open, vulnerable sharing to build trust. We set clear agendas, use structured icebreakers, and reduce the need for individuals to “mask” their true selves. 🎯 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Embracing neurodiversity by creating sensory-friendly spaces and inviting diverse voices to the table, fostering a culture where risk-taking is not only welcomed but encouraged. 🎨 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆: Co-creating with each team, we offer tools for anonymous feedback, personalized spaces, and ongoing improvements to support everyone’s unique ways of thinking and expressing. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Imagine a workplace where every idea has space to grow, where diversity isn't just tolerated but celebrated, and where innovation thrives on psychological safety. At Othentik, we’re committed to building these spaces for teams ready to disrupt, create, and grow. Is your organization ready to embrace a new standard for innovation? Get in touch today to explore how we can co-create a psychologically safe environment for your team. 🌟 #TheOthentikWay #Innovation #PsychologicalSafety #Neurodiversity #BoldIdeas

𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 By 2026, companies will be spending over $94 billion on wellness programs. But here’s the catch: despite these investments, mental health challenges are only growing. According to a recent HBR article, the problem lies in focusing on individuals instead of the systems that shape their work experiences. 💡 Imagine if, instead of simply implementing well-being initiatives, we invested in creating workplaces where mental wellness is the foundation. When employees feel mentally well—not just coping or managing stress, but genuinely supported—innovation thrives. Here’s why: 1️⃣ 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Constant burnout and stress drain the cognitive resources needed for innovative problem-solving. By addressing root causes like workload and role clarity, companies can free employees’ mental capacity for creativity and exploration. 2️⃣ 𝐀 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬: When well-being is woven into the organization’s DNA, employees feel safe to take risks and voice new ideas. Innovation demands a culture where individuals aren’t afraid of failure—something only possible when mental health isn’t an afterthought. 3️⃣ 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐬: Resilience is the fuel for sustained innovation. Instead of "quick-fix" solutions, companies need to build environments that prevent burnout, fostering sustainable energy levels that drive long-term creative work. 4️⃣ 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲: Innovation is rarely a solo act. When employees feel mentally well, they engage more fully with their teams, leading to stronger collaboration and richer ideas. 5️⃣ 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠: Innovation starts at the top. Leaders who understand and prioritize systemic well-being create ripple effects throughout their teams, empowering everyone to think beyond the ordinary. The real innovation challenge isn’t just launching new well-being programs—𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬. Let’s move beyond band-aid solutions and design workplaces where well-being and innovation go hand in hand. #MentalWellness #Innovation #CorporateCulture #EmployeeExperience #Leadership #FutureOfWork

Prendre une claque de musique et d’authenticité. Je viens de terminer le documentaire sur DJ Mehdi. En six épisodes, il m’a captivé, inspiré et, franchement, mis une claque. Mehdi, c’était plus qu’un producteur ; il était le lien entre des mondes musicaux improbables : M, Cassius, Justice, 113, Ideal J, Mafia K’1 Fry… Il a su rassembler des univers qui, en apparence, n’avaient rien en commun. Comment il a fait ? En étant authentique. Aucune barrière idéologique. Il savait ce qu’il voulait et il a tenu cette promesse d’unir sans frontières, sans barrières. Mehdi, c’était un pionnier de la technicité, mais aussi un créateur de ponts là où personne n’en voyait. Son parcours me conforte et me rappelle que dépasser les clivages et rassembler est un chemin puissant. C’est aussi ce que je cherche à faire, jour après jour, avec Othentik et bien au-delà. Mehdi est parti trop tôt, mais son empreinte reste, comme un rappel que chaque lien compte et que chaque vision peut ouvrir de nouvelles voies. Foncez découvrir le documentaire sur Arte.TV !

🌱 Co-developing Innovation with L'Oréal 🌱 A few months ago, we began testing The Othentik Way with L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty, focusing on how neurodiversity can drive innovation. Co-developing our approaches with clients is essential to ensure solutions are truly impactful and aligned with their needs. As Béatrice Dautzenberg, Global Director of Beauty Tech, shared: "Othentik’s fresh perspectives and collaborative approach have been invaluable to our innovation journey." More to come soon as we work to unlock new possibilities together! #Innovation #Neurodiversity #CustomerExperience #Othentik #LOréal #Bpifrance

🌟 Neuro-Inclusivity: The Missing Piece in Your Leadership Toolbox? 🌟 What if the key to unlocking your team’s full potential was right in front of you, but you weren’t trained to see it? Companies like Booz Allen Hamilton and Bank of America are leading the charge by training managers to recognize, embrace, and harness neurodiversity in the workplace. Their approach? It’s not about “special treatment.” It’s about different treatment, understanding that we all think, process, and create in unique ways. 💡 Here’s the challenge: Most workplaces are designed for neurotypical brains. But what if your most innovative, creative solutions are coming from the people who aren’t being heard? At Othentik, we believe in redefining leadership by fostering environments where neurodivergent thinkers—those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other differences—can thrive without masking who they are. It's not just the ethical thing to do; it's the smart thing to do for business. Ask yourself: ❓ How often do your team members hold back because they don’t feel safe to express their unique perspectives? ❓ Are your leaders equipped to create an inclusive space where all brains can thrive, not just the neurotypical ones? The future of work isn’t just diverse—it’s neuro-inclusive. Are you ready for it? https://lnkd.in/e-HqtQUS #Neurodiversity #InclusiveLeadership #Innovation #Leadership #Neurodivergent #OthentikWay #PsychologicalSafety

Philippe Silberzahn’s article raises an important question: Is fear standing in the way of France’s AI revolution? As he points out, risk aversion and hesitation could cause us to fall behind in embracing a technology that’s set to redefine industries and societies. At Othentik, we see this fear not as a barrier, but as a call to action. By leveraging cognitive diversity, we can turn these challenges into opportunities, helping businesses innovate boldly and adapt faster. AI requires new ways of thinking, and that’s exactly what our approach brings. Let’s transform fear into fuel for innovation. #AIRevolution #CognitiveDiversity #Leadership #Othentik #Transformation #Innovation

AI Alone Won't Save Your Company. Neurodiversity Will. 🔥 Yes, AI is powerful. It processes data at lightning speed, predicts trends, and automates workflows. But here’s the reality: Without diverse human intelligence, AI is just another tool. At Othentik, we know that real innovation happens when neurodiverse minds challenge the system. AI can run the numbers, but it’s the different ways humans think—from divergent, creative thinking to analytical precision—that spark the groundbreaking ideas. So what happens when you combine AI with neurodiversity? Here’s what: 🔹 Enhanced problem-solving: Neurodivergent teams question the ‘why,’ AI supports the ‘how.’ Together, they break through complex challenges. 🔹 Disrupting groupthink: AI learns from patterns, but it’s the disruptors, the outliers—neurodivergent thinkers—who push your business to the next level. 🔹 True collective intelligence: It’s not about AI replacing humans. It’s about AI and human diversity working together to create something bigger than the sum of its parts. AI will power the future, but only if human diversity is leading the charge. 💥 Don’t just automate—elevate your company’s thinking with The Othentik Way. #AI #Neurodiversity #DisruptiveThinking #TheOthentikWay #Innovation

🌍 Innovation: The Future Belongs to the Bold! The Innovation Indicator 2024 reveals a surprising trend—smaller nations like Switzerland, Singapore, and Denmark continue to outperform larger economies in the innovation race. Their success lies in targeted specialization, where focused investment in areas like biotech, clean energy, and digital technology drives groundbreaking advancements. Meanwhile, larger economies, such as the US and France, struggle with fragmented innovation efforts, weighed down by bureaucracy and competing priorities. But here’s the real insight: innovation isn’t just about R&D budgets or technological advancements—it’s also about leveraging diversity in thinking. Countries that foster diverse cognitive approaches, including neurodiverse perspectives, are better positioned to solve complex challenges. By creating environments that encourage unconventional thinking and rapid experimentation, leading nations are pulling ahead. What does this mean for the future? The next wave of global innovation will be driven by countries and organizations that not only invest in cutting-edge sectors but also cultivate environments where diverse minds—neurodivergent and neurotypical—can collaborate and thrive. The ability to harness unique cognitive strengths is emerging as a critical driver of competitive advantage. 🚀 The innovation landscape is evolving, and those who fail to adapt will fall behind. Specialization, diversity, and agility are the keys to staying ahead. #Innovation #GlobalTrends #Neurodiversity #Leadership #FutureOfWork #Othentik.

💡 Is Your Brain Fatigued Without You Knowing? 💡 In a world that celebrates pushing limits, we often forget that our minds need rest just as much as our bodies. If your job involved lifting heavy objects, there’d be rules to protect you. But when it comes to mental heavy lifting—problem-solving, decision-making, resisting distractions—we rarely see the warning signs before burnout sets in. At Othentik, we believe the power to innovate comes not from constant hustle, but from understanding and respecting mental fatigue. Breaks aren’t just luxuries; they are strategic investments in performance and creativity. Here’s the truth: Your brain, like any muscle, needs rest. Research shows regular, mindful breaks can reset your mental stamina and improve focus. Yet many leaders and teams are trapped in a cycle of relentless productivity, wearing their fatigue like a badge of honor. What if instead of ignoring these signs, we built sustainable practices? 👉Take a break every 20-90 minutes, no matter how small, to recharge your cognitive battery. 👉Limit your high-intensity work to 4 hours a day. 👉Use micro-rewards to motivate yourself through tough mental tasks. It’s time we challenge the way we work, and instead of pushing through mental fog, give ourselves the space to rest, reflect, and come back stronger. 💭 How do you protect your mind in a demanding world? #MentalHealth #Leadership #Productivity #Neurodiversity #SustainableWork