Ergin Ozdemir

A diversity revolution has been transforming workplaces around the world, is yours next? Research shows that companies and organisations that are inclusive and have the skills to harness their employees' differences gain a competitive advantage over their competitors. - Increase productivity by creating a work environment where all employees' unique perspectives are involved in the development of products, business initiatives, and client relationships. - Attract, recruit, and retain people with different perspectives by incorporating genuine professional development opportunities into the fabric of the organisation. - Translate workplace diversity into increased profitability and productivity compared to less diverse competitors. Normally available in either a half-day or full-day format, this session can be tailored to suit your your organisation's unique requirements and goals.

Ergin explains how having a son with autism has enabled him to become a calmer, more focused, better planned, and paradoxically more spontaneous person, with those benefits expanding far beyond his personal life. Through countless real-life examples and some serious TEDster research, Ergin shows that rather than a burden, diversity in all its senses offers a competitive edge for every organization. All that is required is that we widen our view of where our society's superpowers reside.

Are you ready to learn how to use your diverse skills to drive the success of companies and organisations? According to the latest figures, a person born abroad is four times more likely to be unemployed than one born in Sweden. The road to a fulfilling job and integration into Swedish society can be a long and arduous one. Ergin is no stranger to this reality. After applying for more than 600 jobs in the space of six months and being turned down time and time again, he finally got his break. The rest is history. Knowing first hand that with some guidance and a dignified opportunity, people of diverse background consistently become valuable assets to their employers, Ergin has spent the past 20 years facilitating this. He has helped more than 70 people turn their disappointments and frustration into joy and pride by helping them enter into meaningful employment.