Asperger's Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide

A Neurotypical's Secrets for Success

Barbara Bissonnette

• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Year: 2013
• Print ISBN: 9781849059435
• eBook ISBN: 9780857008077
• Topic: Psychology
• Subtopic: Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Index: Psychology

The workplace can be a difficult environment for people with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) and this often impedes their ability to make use of particular skills and sustain meaningful and fulfilling employment.

This is the definitive guide to surviving and thriving in the workplace for people with AS. It includes everything from realistic strategies for meeting employer expectations, to how to get along with your colleagues and work as part of a team, multitask and manage projects, and handle anxiety and effectively resolve problems. Common employment challenges are illustrated through examples from the author's extensive experience coaching individuals with AS at all job levels, from entry-level to manager and professional positions.

The pragmatic recommendations in the book will benefit anyone with AS who is entering the workforce, as well as those who struggle to maintain employment, or who want to improve their performance and advance their careers.

Table of contents

• Asperger’s Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide
• Foreword
• Chapter 1: What Does It Take to Make It in the NT Workplace, Anyway?
• Chapter 2: A Primer on Communication at Work
• Chapter 3: Making the Right First Impression and Fitting In
• Chapter 4: People Skills
• Chapter 5: Executive Functions at Work: Managing Time and Getting Things Done
• Chapter 6: Managing Anger, Frustration, Anxiety and Stress
• Chapter 7: Managing Your Career
• Chapter 8: Disclosure and Accommodations
• Chapter 9: In the Final Analysis
• Appendix: Asperger’s Syndrome Guide for Employers
• References
• Further Reading
• About the Author
• Index