“We just don’t think you’re a good fit for this organization.” This sentence followed by being suddenly fired has been plaguing autistic people for decades, and it’s not only disheartening, it’s misleading–at least to the autistic brain. Autistic people are literal in...

Because of the way our brains work, autistic and ADHD people are often mistakenly perceived as being ‘inflexible’ or ‘rigid’ in the way we do our jobs, and this can make our neurotypical counterparts believe we are acting in bad faith. Needing time and warning to...

One of the defining characteristics of being autistic is taking things literally, and it often causes misunderstandings and social rifts in our personal and professional lives. However, it’s important to note that when an autistic person takes your words at face...

Dyslexia is often referenced as the “hidden disability.” There are multiple variations of dyslexia. In fact, there are many subtypes of dyslexia. Many experts have claimed that most people with dyslexia may also have other conditions as well.    According to the...

Ever have an employee that has dyslexia or who you suspect may have dyslexia? Do you wonder what is the best way to support your employee, and help them achieve success? First, you should remember that dyslexia is not a one-size fits all disorder, or as I like to...

A lesson I learned recently has helped me improve my life so much that I after I made this change, I found myself living a lifestyle that worked better from every angle.  I’ve spent a lot of time investing in others. Helping others is a wonderful feeling and a great...

If you’re a neurotypical person, you may wonder, if you can’t judge an autistic person’s intentions by their facial expressions and tone of voice, what can you use as an accurate barometer? Our words. Autistic Emotional Expressions Look Different Than Neurotypical...