When a person comes to your training program to learn, make sure you offer them just that, the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills they need to be successful and competitive in their career.
All posts by Jaime A. Heidel
Odd Socks Day – An Anti-Bullying Initiative That Takes a Lighthearted Approach to a Serious Topic
When you use lighthearted conversation starters to bring up difficult topics, you reduce the emotional load on your employees while making them feel more connected.
October Is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
This October, use National Disability Employment Awareness Month to not only improve opportunities for disabled individuals but everyone in your workplace.
12 Ways Remote Work Provides Accessibility to Your Neurodivergent Employees (While Also Increasing Productivity)
While many companies consider return-to-office mandates, Jaime Heidel reminds us of the value of remote work for neurodivergent employees.
How Career Readiness Training Prepares and Empowers Autistic Job-Seekers
Career readiness training can offer critical job skills for everyone, but it can be especially beneficial to autistic people who learn best when explicitly taught not only how to do their job but also about hidden social and professional expectations that can make or break their chances at a successful career.
How Soft Skills Training Can Help Improve Accessibility for Autistic/ADHD Employees
Insights on the benefits of soft skills training for both neurodivergent and neurotypical employees.
Why Disability Pride Month Should Be Recognized and Celebrated in Your Company
When you celebrate Disability Pride, you acknowledge and include everyone equally while teaching others to do the same. You also increase knowledge and feelings of psychological safety for all present, which are both paramount to running and sustaining a successful business.
Why Your Autistic Employee May Come Across as a “Know-It-All”
Your autistic employee (or co-worker) may come across as a “know-it-all”, but that’s likely not their intention.
Your Autistic Employee Isn’t Being Negative When They Highlight Professional Pitfalls
Has this ever happened in your office? You’re sitting in the meeting room, going over the projects to be completed for the month, and that one employee who always raises a question, an objection, or points out how something could go wrong–is at it again?









