A Disabled CEO’s $2 Million Innovation Empire
Vail Horton, the co-founder and CEO of Keen Mobility, likes to glide along the hallway of his headquarters in Portland, Oregon, on his wooden skateboard, checking in with employees who might need an extra jolt of encouragement or a laugh with their morning coffee.
Why Hiring People With Disabilities Is Good for Business
Hiring people with disabilities is good for business, the economy and your team's morale.
Why Hire Disabled Workers? 4 Powerful (and Inclusive) Companies Answer
What if we looked at disability employment from a business perspective instead of from an advocacy perspective? There are many businesses that are leading the way in promoting an inclusive workplace, businesses that are proud of the advancements they have made in hiring workers with disabilities. Why are they so passionate about hiring disabled workers?
The truth about employees with disabilities in the workplace
Diversity, inclusion, and equality are the pillars of a successful, modern workplace. At every company, current employees and prospective new hires alike should feel that they have an equal opportunity to work and grow their careers.
What Employers Should Know About Learning Disabilities
Learning disabilities occur irrespective of race, culture or class.
Disability Inclusion in the Workplace
Corporations are definitely taking note of people with disabilities as we hear more and more often about disability as a large and growing market segment.
Why Hiring People With Disabilities Is Good for Business
Hiring people with disabilities is good for business, the economy and your team's morale.
The Benefits Of Recruiting Employees With Autism Spectrum Disorder
There’s a new frontier in diversity programs focused not on race or gender but on cognitive ability.
7 Tips for Working With Dyslexia
Dyslexia is one of the most common learning difficulties affecting both children and adults. While no two individuals struggle with the same set of symptoms, most people with dyslexia must work harder than their peers to develop literacy skills.
Dyslexia in the Workplace
As youngsters, Thomas Edison, Ted Turner and Charles Schwab felt frustrated. Of course, they were bright enough to invent the light bulb, revolutionize television news and found a groundbreaking brokerage firm. Now we know their problem was dyslexia, not stupidity.
ADHD in the Workplace
Whether or not an adult has a formal diagnosis of ADHD, finding strategies to manage symptoms is key. When employees know how to mitigate their symptoms, they perform better at work.
The Autistic Workforce Is Here. Are You Prepared?
If you are a large employer, you already have autistic employees, whether you know it or not. Some employers recognize the potential of this untapped workforce and have implemented autism hiring programs as part of their diversity and inclusion efforts.
The benefits of disability diversity in the workplace
Equal opportunity should be apparent in any workplace; whether employing a very small selection of staff or hundreds in an office, warehouse or even on the shop floor. Each and every candidate should be given the opportunity to fulfil the job role regardless of a disability or impediment. However, is this universally what is happening within workplaces?
10 Things Not to Say to Someone With a Disability
As general rule, talk to someone with a disability the same as you would anyone else. As for what NOT to say? Here’s a cheat sheet with a few tips.
Aaron Fotheringham: Skating Ability Beyond Disability
The 18 year old Aaron Fotheringham is pioneering a sport which he calls “hardcore sitting”. His back flip earned him a place in “Guinness World Records”. Even as a baby and small child, he always wanted to test his limitations never accepting the idea of disability.
How Do I Accommodate My Workplace for Wheelchairs?
Making changes to improve access can make a huge difference in how the disabled employee performs and feels when he comes to work.
The 7 Best Jobs for Physically Disabled People
The transition to working life might seem uncertain if you have a disability, but good jobs for physically disabled people are out there.
Best Jobs for People with ADHD
Most of us know what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) looks like in kids — fidgety, hyperactive, trouble getting organized, and lack of focus. ADHD looks a bit different in adults. It may present as restlessness, disorganization, and trouble focusing. ADHD may also come with some unique strengths.
Jerry’s Story
Jerry is a 53 year old father of four children. He’s independent, has a house, raised a family and his adult kids still look to him for support. Jerry also has had a disability for over 35 years.