 Introducing the new best-selling book on Aspergers and Employment!
ASPERGER'S ON THE JOB
Must-Have Advice for People with Asperger's or
High Functioning Autism and their Employers, Educators and Advocates
Foreword by Temple GrandinBuy from our SHOP
Approximately one in 100 people are on the autism spectrum. Most have a milder form known as Asperger Syndrome (AS). Although people with AS are usually highly intelligent and gifted it is thought that over 85% are without full-time employment. That is an outrageously high percentage. This book is a resource to help employers accommodate this growing population, and for this growing population to find and keep gainful employment. We will find out what our strengths are and how to use them. We will learn how to manage social and environmental difficulties. “Working” looks into all aspects of employment– because going to work isn’t just about work. It’s about what you wear, what you eat, what your environment looks like, what it feels like, how your boss behaves, how your coworkers treat you. There’s so much more to a job than what the tasks are.
From a lack of fulfillment, sensory issues, ostracizing and bullying by coworkers and bosses, Rudy Simone presents very difficult challenges in a very positive light that will leave everyone enriched, enlightened and ready to work…together.
""Asperger's on the Job" is a great resource for navigating the work place. I was really able to relate to it. The guides for handling social situations in the office will be extremely beneficial." - Temple Grandin, author of Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with High Functioning Autism and Aspergers
"I've found this book the best thing out there because it goes into the thinking process of the job seeker/employee, as well as confronts the stereotypes, prejudices, and mindsets of managers, vocational rehabilitation counselors and job coaches, and other career specialists. This is what sets it aside and gives it some legs." - Roger N. Meyer, author of The Asperger Syndrome Employment Workbook
"I have read some good books and this is so smokin', I overload after 3 pages and have to rest. No filler here, in fact the first few pages are the tellin it like it is stuff i've been looking for for a long while. Rudy Has Done Her Homework for us, and she gets a big OMG! Rudy is our advocate champion!"--Scott O., Texas
“It is rich with much needed information and has a unique format that I find compelling. This is information I could very much use in our program. This might be of interest on the level of higher education - people getting training in diversity in the workforce (ex: master's programs in human resources, business management, social work, counseling, etc.) Building this type of demystification into the curriculum of future employers could certainly make some real changes in how professionals approach this tricky matter and equip them with more tools in their toolbox right out of the gate.” - E. Himmelfarb, AS professional
"I bought your book for myself. Right away bought another one to share with my employers. I was happily surprised that they indeed read it and my work life has taken a change for the better. I find I'm getting more understanding and helpful communication since giving them the book. In my personal life it has helped as well. I find it to have so many good ideas for daily ease of life, due to so many situations 'in life' like being 'on the job.' I now tell people, when I wear my favorite 'Superman' shirt or baseball hat (which I do all the time) that they are my 'Super-AS-on-the-Job' clothing now. Your book has given me more 'super' strength than most others out there have. I have even put a mention of it on my personal website. I want everyone I know to read this book and intend on buying copies anytime I need a 'gift' to give to someone whom I just know it will help! Thank you for such a great new step forward in my life."
Ren Matney, from the Asperger's on the Job Facebook page
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