Confronting An Interview With A Disability
June 28, 2010 by admin
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people with disabilities should feel positive and able to apply for a post in the just like any other candidates. All job candidates applying for a vacancy should have the same opportunities to be considered for that task and given a fair and equal chance. It is only once the right candidate has been chosen, when employers can then question any candidate about any or their disabilities. Numerous employers will be curious of their candidates and wish to become aware of as much information as possible in order to make their decision.
If given a question about your disability you could remind them that they should not ask but it is in your best interest during the interview to advertise yourself and demonstrate all your qualities. By answering this question in a an assured way convincing your potential employer that you are the right person and in a extremely good position to and able to display heaps of your qualities. It is in your best interest to prepare yourself for some of these questions and be ready to promote yourself rather than be surprised or mixed-up at the time. This will indicate your excellent qualities. Make certain that your answers and statements are confident, selling yourself like “I love life and am capable to lead an busy life”, “I am a good team player”, “I consider myself and am proud that that I am able to be self sufficient” or “I believe in myself as being disabled. Ensure you do not lie about your disability as you do not want to suffer any trust you have gained with your boss if they then find out. You will usually be on a probation period and would have been given the appointment subject to acceptable references and you do not want to risk losing your place now.
Some disabilities are easier to cover than the more visible physical disabilities. Displaying your abililities and being confident and displaying what you have offer your possible employer is essential.
If you can advise your potential boss about any benefits or grants that they or you may be entitled to in order to provide an environment for you, will help the possible boss and resolve some of the questions they could be asking themselves, but not allowed to ask. You could be already aware of any special requirements from your home environment, bedroom furniture, kitchen layout etc.
By showing yourself in a positive manner should put you in good stead for proving, despite any disability, you are the best individual for the position. The employers should see pass any disability whether it is visible or not and select the best candidate with the most knowledge, skills and attitude to fit the part they are searching for. There is no reason why you should not have your selection with your home furniture and furnishings, beds and wardrobes.
Starting Life Over After A Disability Accident
April 28, 2010 by admin
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No one is immune to life altering accidents. Whether in the car or on the job, there is no guarantee that you’re not going to end up losing some of your abilities through a devastating accident. Going from your lifestyle to the disabled list is very difficult. It can be mind numbing when you suddenly realize that you might be there to stay.
Fortunately, when you’re ready, there are choices for you these days. You can learn how to make money online in order to develop a good steady income that surpasses the disability checks. Those who are fortunate enough to receive a settlement for their accident are likely to have a little more breathing room to earn some new income.
Your choices are wide and grand. You can choose to make money blogging, run a business out of your home, or get involved in the lives of others in amazing a fresh new ways and turn it into a living. Motivational speakers make a fortune, by the way. Even those accessible through the internet.
A young gentleman in the Virginia Beach, VA area rides around in a black helmet talking to area schools about the dangers of riding bikes without head gear. His accident left him unable to work and thus he started an online support group for those in similar situations. He has become a local icon as he uses his situation to reach out to others in the form of prevention education and counseling.
It’s not easy nor will it be easy. You have much to adjust to and you will spend what time you need to grieve for your loss. Just know that when you’re ready to look up, there is much to see.
It takes courage, and there is plenty of fear to be courageous about, but once you get moving in the right direction you stop quaking and sweating and eventually you even stop hyperventilating. Fear does not have to keep you down any more than your disabilities have to keep you down.
Your first few times out ‘there’ may not be all that it’s cracked up to be. You might have to try and try again. But sooner or later your tries will turn into financial, emotional, and spiritual successes that will help you see that you are still an able person.