Learning by Doing

10/31/23 • 27 min

Voices of Community: Neurodiversity in Life and at Work

Harrison talks about different intellectual or developmental disabilities and asks Erin about how he has responded to difficult situations, like an outburst in class or overcoming anxiety. Listen for:

Tips for noticing what you have control over that can improve your well being
How proving yourself to be reliable and responsible–even in jobs that are not your end goal–builds skills and confidence and can get you to a job you are passionate about
Erin’s view that doing is the best way to learn

#neurodiverse #inclusion #jobseekertips

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Tips for noticing what you have control over that can improve your well being
How proving yourself to be reliable and responsible–even in jobs that are not your end goal–builds skills and confidence and can get you to a job you are passionate about
Erin’s view that doing is the best way to learn

#neurodiverse #inclusion #jobseekertips

Share your questions and learn more about us at meristem.pro and tapautism.org

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Communication at Work is a Two Way Street

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Guest Eric Steward is the Director of Meristem’s Work Skills team and Transformative Autism Program. With Harrison and Erin, they discuss how they work with employers and neurodiverse job seekers and share:

How to ask for support at work and why flexibility is a two way street
Why Eric encourages job seekers to watch the TAP employer training
How to stretch out of your comfort zone with self awareness
How to overcome a negative experience at a past job

This is an episode for any job seeker or manager full of mindset tips and practical examples. Reach out to Meristem’s TAP team for support bridging the two way street if you need support navigating work accommodation conversations or seeking work.

Links:

How to Find a Job: Tips for Neurodiverse Job Seekers Training Video on YouTube

Watch TAP Employer Training

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Overcoming Overthinking with Ben Lewis

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Meristem program graduate Ben Lewis reflects back on his experience at Meristem, what he loved about the community and the chance to live independently. He shares how he gained the skills to work on a farm and how those experiences influence his attitude toward a day’s work now. Ben shares his path to Meristem and how persistence helped him tackle his fears at college – even when he ultimately decides that wasn’t the path for him. Listen for candid talks about anxiety and overthinking as well as where Ben hopes to take his life next.

If you’re looking for a story to get inspired – listen now!

#neurodiverse #inclusion #jobseekertips

Share your questions and learn more about us at meristem.pro and tapautism.org