From the course: Autism in the Workplace

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Communication

Communication

- I asked the autism community on LinkedIn the one thing they wanted you, the viewer of this course, to know. The number one item shared was communication. Effective communication is essential for success in the workplace, but for autistic people, it can be a unique challenge. Let's explore how to create inclusive practices for communication that will promote psychological safety, enhance feelings of belonging, and increase productivity for our autistic colleagues. Now remember, communication isn't just about dialogue. It also includes instructions, and evaluations, and so many other areas within the workplace. Often, autistic people communicate differently. It's all the same language, but when the words are put together, they may have different meanings and interpretations depending on who sends and who receives the information. Based on this, the community wants you to know that there is nothing wrong with confirming…

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