{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Focus and Chill - productivity tactics for AuDHDers and other neurodivergent folks ","title":"Episode 87: Werner Van Huffel","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2584,"description":"Welcome to episode #87! We’re thrilled to be joined by Werner Van Huffel today.Werner Van Huffel is the co-founder of Kavn, a career support organization that helps neurodivergent professionals find meaningful remote work. With a background in enterprise architecture, AI, and business consulting, Werner has spent years advocating for career remoter professionals, ensuring they thrive in workspaces that align with their strengths.Diagnosed later in life, Werner discovered his neurodivergence through supporting his children. This realization led him to study psychology, homeschool his kids, and ultimately launch Kaven—a company that matches neurodivergent professionals with remote work environments that foster success.In this episode, we explore the intersection of neurodivergence, remote work, AI, and productivity.Welcome to the show, Werner!QuestionsJN: How did you first discover you were neurodivergent?Never thought of himself as different until seeing his children struggleStarted noticing similar traits in himself while homeschooling and studying psychologyRealized society has become less accepting of differences, which led to launching KavenJN: What inspired you to start Kaven?Started as a recruitment agency but quickly shifted focus to supporting neurodivergent professionalsNoticed a pattern: traditional career paths weren’t working for many neurodivergent peopleCoined the term “career remoter” to describe professionals who don’t follow linear career pathsJN: What is a \"career remoter\"?Someone who follows their own path rather than climbing a corporate ladderOften works independently, values flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful workMany neurodivergent professionals thrive in non-traditional career setupsJN: How does Kaven support remote professionals?Matches neurodivergent professionals with remote-friendly organizationsHelps businesses create truly inclusive remote work environmentsProvides psychological first aid & career coaching for professionals...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/QZFZQrtBSDhon7MItX8a5mQvkXQ5KKmI2fe6dyhM72o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzMzNDE3LzE2NjEw/NjYyOTYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}