Empowering neurodivergent careers: building a sustainable and strengths-based career ecosystem

Authors Amber Kersten, Frederike Scholz, Marianne van Woerkom, Luca Smeets, Manon Krabbenborg
Published in Career Development International
Publication date 2025
Research groups Organisaties in Digitale Transitie
Type Article

Summary

Research shows that neurominorities face barriers in achieving their career potential. Hence, there is an increasing need for insights into how a neuro-inclusive and sustainable career ecosystem can be fostered. This study aims to shed light on the strengths-based practices implemented in organizations to develop sustainable career ecosystems for and with neurodivergent workers. This qualitative study is based on in-depth interviews with 31 participants (i.e. HR professionals, line managers and [neurodivergent] employees), follow-up focus groups with 12 participants and a survey with open-ended questions. A hybrid thematic analysis was used to analyze the data.

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On this publication contributed

  • Frederike Scholz
    • College senior lecturer
    • Research group: Organisaties in Digitale Transitie
Language Engels
Published in Career Development International
Key words careers, neurodiversity, strengths-based approach
Digital Object Identifier 10.1108/CDI-03-2025-0147

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