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The neurodiversity advantage: Why “too much” is a strength | Valentina Flores | TEDxUStreetWomen

For years, those with neurodivergent traits have been told to tone it down or blend in. But businesses don’t need more sameness; they need the power of pattern-breakers and bold thinkers. This talk challenges the bias that labels neurodivergent professionals as “too much” and shows how their cognitive diversity can enhance innovation, accelerate decisions, and reshape culture. It’s time to stop masking differences, and instead start leveraging them. Valentina is the Co-founder and CEO of Red Sentry, a cybersecurity company that simulates real-world hacks to expose vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. As a proudly neurodivergent leader, Valentina champions a future where powerful minds stop masking and start thriving, treating differences as superpowers, not setbacks. She is a fierce advocate for neurodiversity in tech and a challenger of the status quo, showing that true innovation happens when companies stop hiring for “fit” and instead embrace what makes people unique. Through Red Sentry, she’s making world-class cybersecurity accessible to organizations of all sizes, while proving that diversity of thought isn’t just an HR initiative, it’s a business advantage. Valentina speaks globally on innovative leadership and the power of neurodivergent talent, inspiring others to rethink what resilience and brilliance look like in the modern workforce. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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