Lucy Smith

Speaker, Facilitator, Compare

Inspiring audiences & making a difference

Neurodiversity | Managing Change | Resilience

Life Stories | Social Enterprise

Authentic storytelling that makes a difference

Hi, I am Lucy!

Some people call me the "pocket rocket". I think that is because I have passion and energy to bring out the best in an audience.

I have been working with audiences for almost 25 years in many guises - Lecturer, radio presenter, drama teacher, children's entertainer (I have been a professional fairy) facilitator, compare and speaker.

As a speaker I believe there has to be some substance behind us and I sure have that too. Not being able to settle and always saying "YES" to opportunities has led to a whole lot of experience that informs my work and my presentations.

At my core I am a purpose led social entrepreneur who loves to start a conversation about topics that matter.

I start those conversations with stories some that will surprise and some that will inspire. I talk about some difficult stuff and combine my unique expertise and knowledge.

Relatable, authentic and thought provoking

Lucy x

Neurodiversity

What is your perspective?

I come from a range of different perspectives when I talk about neurodiversity. From pedagogy, organisation development and leadership, research, personal and family and real lived experience. With a a strengths based approach I talk positively and with passion about change and neurodiversity in work, school and community.

I engage audiences to get them thinking and start conversations that will make and does make a lasting difference.

Change Management

Let me meet you at your

bus-stop

In the world of change management, it's not about imposing a new route; it's about understanding where you're starting from.

I have spent a decade working with senior leaders in transformational change where I have learned that change is often an individual journey and we will all join that journey from a different bus-stop.

I combine theory with reality and always have an eye on the future.

Life Stories

The secret change agent

A wealth of stories based on real lived experience with plenty of lessons for the future. Spilling some my secrets on here would be giving away some of my best work which you will want to hear straight from the source.

Oh, okay, let's just say I can talk about resilience, royalty, and some really fun stuff from a career in international law enforcement,

Social Enterprise

Making a difference - the torch that lights the stars

Lighting people up to make sustainable change happen is a big part of what I do. From setting up a community radio station to developing an innovative and groundbreaking conference around digital wellbeing and young people.

I talk the talk and walk the walk when it comes to social enterprise, from grass roots to engagement at the highest levels right up to Downing Street.

What do other people say?

Don't take it from me, here is what others say about working with me.

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A chance to talk about your challenges, ask questions, work through a problem.

It's your call and your time.

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Two women sitting side by side at the business show, one of which is Becca.

Reflecting on the Bath and North Somerset Business Show

Events

March 12, 2025•2 min read

Last week, I had the privilege of speaking on the Inclusive and Neurodiverse Workplaces panel at the Bath and North Somerset Business Show (#BANESBS). Representing Inclusive Change in my role as ADHD Coach and Trainer, I was excited to share lived experience of and professional insights of Neurodiversity in the Workplace.

We kicked things off by talking about the barriers we’ve faced as neurodivergent professionals. One that came up repeatedly? Disbelief. Many of us have had our diagnoses questioned, especially if we don’t fit outdated stereotypes.

Becca, a blonde woman, seemingly getting an idea.

"You have a successful career, how can you be neurodivergent?"
"Are you sure you’re dyslexic? You write emails just fine."
"You don’t seem autistic."
“You always have the answer, you can't have ADHD.”

There is an assumption that ADHD looks the same in everyone makes it even harder to get the right support. The reality is, workplaces still focus too much on what they think we ‘lack’ rather than recognising our strengths. ADHD is still misunderstood, with workplaces focusing on perceived deficits rather than recognising neurodivergent strengths.

So, what can businesses do?

First, education is crucial. Employers need to understand that neurodiversity isn’t a deficit - it’s a different way of thinking. Neurodiversity awareness training, Neurodiversity awareness training helps employers move beyond misconceptions.

Second, reasonable adjustments matter. ADHD is legally recognised as a disability under the Equality Act 2010, meaning workplaces must provide accommodations like flexible working or quiet spaces.

Finally, cultural change is everything. People should feel safe disclosing their neurodivergence without fear of discrimination. Consider establishing a Peer Network to offer support and shared experiences.

The best part of the event? Hearing from others with lived experience. Conversations like these remind us that change is happening, it just takes businesses willing to listen, learn, and take action. Neurodivergent employees don’t need ‘fixing’, workplaces do! With the right support, businesses can harness the immense value of neurodivergent minds.

Want to learn more about creating an inclusive workplace? Inclusive Change can help you: book a call here.

Written by Becca - Book her as a speaker here.

Becca Burke

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