Examining workplace barriers for autistic individuals and exploring employer perceptions and solutions © Tistje.com Autism affects millions of people worldwide, shaping their experiences in every aspect of life, including the workplace. In the United Kingdom, an estimated 680,000 autistic adults face significant employment challenges, with only 30% of them being employed. This is in starkContinue reading “Breaking Barriers: Rethinking Autism and Inclusion in the Workplace”
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Autism in Business: Real Challenges and Opportunities
Autistic entrepreneurs offer unique creativity and determination but face daily challenges. Success requires more than visualization; it demands support and inclusivity. In the entrepreneurial world, innovation is crucial. While new business strategies constantly emerge, one group often remains underrepresented: autistic entrepreneurs. Although they are a unique source of creativity and determination, we must also acknowledgeContinue reading “Autism in Business: Real Challenges and Opportunities”
Creating Fair Hiring Practices: Insights from an Autistic
To make hiring fairer, focus on clear instructions, quieter settings, and specific accommodations and shift from evaluating emotional intelligence to practical skills. Photo by Brooke Cagle on Unsplash Job interviews are tough for everyone, but they can be especially challenging for people like me, who are on the autism spectrum. We often struggle with social interactions,Continue reading “Creating Fair Hiring Practices: Insights from an Autistic”
A concept for autistic work: AutiLife
Company Name: AutiLife Concept: AutiLife is a new company focused on helping autistic adults. It aims to create a supportive environment where these adults can find and use their talents, and improve their quality of life. AutiLife offers a program that includes work, social skills, personal growth, and well-being, all designed to provide a meaningfulContinue reading “A concept for autistic work: AutiLife”
Talking about autism at work
Autistic employees often face challenges in discussing their autism at work due to misunderstandings or fear of discrimination. Enhancing workplace inclusivity, providing suitable accommodations, and cultivating a supportive environment can help address these concerns.
‘Neurodivergent individuals serve as a barometer for workplaces’
How to recognise the benefits of neurodiversity and neurodivergent people in the workplace, while how society is increasingly recognizing and valuing the unique talents of individuals with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and high sensitiv
The European Autist 