Autismis associated with many qualities that are highly sought after by employers such asstrong attentionto detail, honesty and integrity, loyalty, logicalthinking, creativity and analytical abilities. However, approximately 80% of autistic people are unemployedduebothto a lack ofunderstandingof neurodiversityfrom employers, and a lack of support for autistic jobseekers and employees.
This guide providespracticaltools, strategies, and support to manage thedifficultiesthat can arisewhenseekingand progressing with paid employment.Using a three stage approach,Charlotte Aldredhelps neurodivergent individuals find long-term jobs which exploit their strengths and minimise theirweaknesses,therebyincreasing self-worth and reducing the chances of redundancy.
Covering everything fromdisclosure to transport and housing issues, this self-help guide is perfect for any autistic person looking forwork that will meet theirneedsandallow them to succeed.<

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After a career as a research scientist, Charlotte Aldred retrained as a management accountant and later as a project manager. She has held several senior management positions within the private sector. Charlotte has written and published on autism, and parents an adult autistic son who has never been out of work.