Reflections on VU Women in Tech
This weekend, Villanova University hosted the 9th annual VU Women in Tech conference. After attending and presenting at Grace Hopper Celebration a few months ago, I knew I wanted to attend. Stay Curious The day kicked off with a keynote from the pioneering Beth Mazzeo. She was one of the Read more…
Reflections on GHC ’23
I’ve just returned from the latest conference, and had so many valuable conversations and experiences. Keep reading for my reflections on GHC ’23! Reflections on Why I Attended GHC Firstly, I only attended Grace Hopper Celebration hosted by AnitaB.org because of a bright young woman I mentor. I’ve know about Read more…
Planning Neuro-Inclusive Meetings
The duties of meeting and event planning fall on different people across companies, but one thing is consistent. Planning neuro-inclusive meetings is key to engagement and retention. MPG has lots of ideas on how to plan events that are inclusive and accessible. And when it comes to neuro-inclusive meetings, we Read more…
Neurodivergent-friendly Accommodations at Work
Do you identify as neurodivergent, and need some neurodivergent-friendly accommodations at work? Are you an employer looking to better support your neurodivergent employees? Read on! Under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) changes to the application/hiring process, the way you do your job, or the work environment itself can be Read more…
ADHD-friendly Meetings
While I usually work from a home office, I spent two days in an office this week! This meant I had to pack up the tools that enable my best work, without bringing my whole home office with me. Here are my secrets to ADHD-friendly meetings. Remember, this may look Read more…
Life Lessons from Friendly Monsters
Our office has a wall full of professional development books from the biggest names in the field, and we’re going to reference …another… type of book today. MPG founder Julia Mullins has a toddler, so Sesame Street books are just as readily available as leadership development books. Today, let’s go Read more…
Color-Coding for Success
Can color-coding help you be successful? Maybe! Everyone’s brains work differently, and many neurodivergent brains are drawn to details such as color. This can serve as a differentiator, help with labeling, trigger memories of conversations, and so much more. Ways color-coding may help you: Color code your calendar Either to Read more…
Need a reset? Take a Rainbow Walk
As I sat down at my desk to begin working this morning, my head was pretty crowded. This is how I frame it when cognitive hyperactivity gets the best of me. My mind is in too many places at once. I knew it was time to take a Rainbow Walk. Read more…
Our ADHD Brains
Too often, we see the faults in our ADHD brains without celebrating the amazing science behind how they work and support us. Maybe you have poor time management, or can’t focus on boring work tasks, but we’ll help you remember all the great things you can do too. Let’s dig Read more…