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From Neurodivergent to Trailblazer: Derek Crager's Journey Empowering Neurodiversity Through AI and Education | #TGV664
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Summary
In this enlightening conversation, Derek Crager, an innovator and advocate for neurodiversity, shares his journey from being diagnosed with autism at age 50 to creating impactful training programs at Amazon and leading Practical AI. The discussion explores the importance of inclusive education, the misconceptions surrounding neurodiversity in tech, and how AI can empower individuals from diverse backgrounds. Derek emphasizes the need for barrier-free education and the role of community support in helping neurodiverse learners thrive in the modern workforce.
Takeaways
Derek Crager emphasizes the importance of curiosity in learning.
Neurodiversity can be a strength in leadership and innovation.
Building relationships and communication is key in training programs.
Derek's success mantra includes embracing pain and teamwork.
Practical AI aims to empower neurodiverse individuals through technology.
Barrier-free education is about providing information when needed.
Community support is crucial for neurodiverse learners.
Misconceptions about neurodiversity often stem from stereotypes.
AI tools can help individuals with limited social skills connect and create.
Derek believes in augmenting individuals rather than replacing them.
Sound bites
"AI is both accessible and human."
"I was diagnosed at age 50."
"We believe in augmenting the individual."
Guest LI profile link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazonleadership/
https://www.practicalai.app/community
Connect with the host on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/
Also, Tune into our English, Telugu & Kannada podcasts here:
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/THEGUIDINGVOICE
https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVTelugu
https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVKannada
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/1GvX6tvmfelawEba0F6KS4
http://surl.li/tmksx (#tgvtelugu)
If you wish to become a productivity monk, enroll in this course:
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon
Kindle:
Paperback:
Volume 2:
Notion Press: http://surl.li/tmkry
Use the Coupon code: NAVEEN20 on notionpress.com to avail a 20% discount
FOLLOW ON X:
@guidingvoice
@naveensamala
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669 episodes
Manage episode 515116419 series 2669269
Summary
In this enlightening conversation, Derek Crager, an innovator and advocate for neurodiversity, shares his journey from being diagnosed with autism at age 50 to creating impactful training programs at Amazon and leading Practical AI. The discussion explores the importance of inclusive education, the misconceptions surrounding neurodiversity in tech, and how AI can empower individuals from diverse backgrounds. Derek emphasizes the need for barrier-free education and the role of community support in helping neurodiverse learners thrive in the modern workforce.
Takeaways
Derek Crager emphasizes the importance of curiosity in learning.
Neurodiversity can be a strength in leadership and innovation.
Building relationships and communication is key in training programs.
Derek's success mantra includes embracing pain and teamwork.
Practical AI aims to empower neurodiverse individuals through technology.
Barrier-free education is about providing information when needed.
Community support is crucial for neurodiverse learners.
Misconceptions about neurodiversity often stem from stereotypes.
AI tools can help individuals with limited social skills connect and create.
Derek believes in augmenting individuals rather than replacing them.
Sound bites
"AI is both accessible and human."
"I was diagnosed at age 50."
"We believe in augmenting the individual."
Guest LI profile link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazonleadership/
https://www.practicalai.app/community
Connect with the host on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/
Also, Tune into our English, Telugu & Kannada podcasts here:
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/THEGUIDINGVOICE
https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVTelugu
https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVKannada
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/1GvX6tvmfelawEba0F6KS4
http://surl.li/tmksx (#tgvtelugu)
If you wish to become a productivity monk, enroll in this course:
TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon
Kindle:
Paperback:
Volume 2:
Notion Press: http://surl.li/tmkry
Use the Coupon code: NAVEEN20 on notionpress.com to avail a 20% discount
FOLLOW ON X:
@guidingvoice
@naveensamala
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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