An important resource for:
- Individuals with Asperger’s and their families
- Job and vocational rehabilitation counselors
- College career and disabilities services providers
- Psychotherapists and neuropsychologists
- Speech language pathologists
- Human resources personnel
- Managers and executives who supervise Asperger’s employees
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This unique guide explains what it takes to succeed in a workplace dominated by neurotypicals. The Asperger’s Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide covers everything from choosing the right career to deciding whether disclosure is the right option. It features realistic strategies for meeting employer expectations and effectively resolving problems.
Topics include: networking for the socially challenged ... the importance of small talk (and how to do it) ... a primer on office politics ... dealing with authority and change ... time management and project planning tips ... managing anxiety, fear, anger and stress ... how to be a team player ... accepting criticism and feedback ... and much, much more.
Examples from coaching clients are used to illustrate common employment challenges and how various techniques are applied in actual circumstances. Situations are described from both the Asperger’s and neurotypical point of view so that readers understand why problems occur and how to avoid them in the future.
The Asperger’s Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide is designed to be a handy reference that readers can refer to again and again for guidance on specific job-related topics. The pragmatic recommendations will benefit individuals who are entering the workforce, as well as those who struggle to maintain employment, or who want to improve their performance and advance their careers.
“My new favorite work related to Asperger's Syndrome! Whether you are unemployed, unhappily employed, or just wanting to maximize your job satisfaction and productivity, I am confident you will find useful information. I would also suggest parents, spouses, and employers read it. Many of the author's explanations apply to multiple arenas of life, not just work, and her chapters on executive functions and managing stress are excellent. I hope coaches and therapists consider systematically working through the book with their clients with Asperger's.”
Dr. Debra Moore, Psychologist and Director of Fall Creek Counseling Associates, Sacramento, CA
“Your book truly is outstanding, and one of the most important books in my professional library.” Ruth Levine Arnold, M.S., CCC-SLP, Speech and Language Pathologist
“Simply the best, most useful, clearest guide someone on the spectrum could have. The chapter on disclosure is just so good.” Bob Boulton, JVS Toronto
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“Simply the best book on AS employment written by an NT bar none! ”
Bob Hedin, Facilitator of GRASP Philadelphia
“Few authors have developed the connection that Barbara has with the issues that affect those working with Asperger’s Syndrome. Her ability to strike the appropriate balance between understanding and sensitive yet forceful recommendations makes the book really is essential reading. It will probably, in my opinion, become a definitive text in its field.”
Malcolm Johnson, owner of Asperger Management
“A must-have for anyone with Asperger’s, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities or similar issues in the workplace. It is user friendly, well organized and a good read. More importantly, Barbara presents the do’s and don’ts of all aspects of keeping a job and of communication. The real people examples make her recommendations easy for individuals to relate to.”
Lee Rachel Jurman, Lead Disability Advocate, Personal Disability Consulting
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