In this episode of "Disability Inclusion and Accommodation in the Workplace," host Eric Pines welcomes Katey Treloar, an independent executive function coach. Eric Pines, an attorney with over 20 years of experience, specializes in representing federal employees with disabilities. Together, they explore the essential role of executive function skills in fostering inclusivity in professional settings.

Key Discussion Points:

• Understanding Executive Function Skills: Katey explains the importance of executive function skills such as organization, goal-directed persistence, working memory, task initiation, and prioritization.
• Supporting Neurodiverse Individuals: Katey shares her approach to coaching clients with ADHD, autism, and other learning disabilities, focusing on building effective strategies for success at home and in the workplace.
• Coaching for All Ages: While Katey’s personal focus is on college students and working professionals, she highlights the availability of coaching for individuals of all ages, including children.
• Overcoming Barriers: Eric and Katey discuss the spectrum of disabilities, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive support system that includes coaching, academic tutoring, life coaching, medication, and therapy.
• Implementing Reasonable Accommodations: Practical advice is given on how employers can support employees with disabilities through reasonable accommodations and coaching, creating a more inclusive and supportive work environment.

Notable Quotes:

• "We can give them very small goals with manageable steps and scaffold those until they become a habit." – Katey Treloar
• "It's important to identify struggles and capitalize on superpowers to help individuals be successful." – Katey Treloar

Resources Mentioned:

• Atomic Habits https://a.co/d/1fDNPWn

• Percy Jackson Series: https://a.co/d/f4oofgT

• ADHD Rewired Podcast: https://www.adhdrewired.com/podcast/

• Neurotribes: https://a.co/d/dtOsQaI

• https://www.efcsessions.com/

• Read about Katy Here: https://medium.com/authority-magazine/disability-inclusion-in-the-workplace-katey-treloar-of-executive-function-coaching-on-how-5a8ddaab8a7f

Join Eric and Katey for an enlightening conversation on how to create empowered and welcoming professional settings for all employees. This episode is packed with valuable insights for business owners, employers, HR officers, and individuals seeking to foster growth and success irrespective of their challenges.

Tune in to be part of the transformative movement towards inclusivity. Keep listening to more episodes at PinesFederal.com for valuable insights and resources to break down barriers and end workplace discrimination.