Lifelong Learning Modules for Developing Workplace Soft Skills in Neurodivergent Adults
In the 2026 labor market, “soft skills” have become the primary currency of career longevity. However, for decades, these skills—communication, collaboration, and adaptability—have been defined through a strictly neurotypical lens. For neurodivergent (ND) adults, traditional soft-skill training often feels like an instruction manual for “masking”: a taxing effort to mimic social cues that leads to burnout and high turnover.
To build a truly inclusive workforce, we must move toward Lifelong Learning Modules that are neuro-inclusive by design. These modules don’t seek to “fix” the individual; they seek to bridge the gap between different cognitive styles, viewing neurodivergent traits as professional assets rather than deficits.
1. The “Spiky Profile” and the Soft Skills Gap
The foundation of neuro-inclusive training is understanding the Spiky Profile. Traditional corporate training assumes a “flat” development of skills. In contrast, many autistic or ADHD adults exhibit extreme proficiencies in technical or analytical areas alongside significant …
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