That people with autism add value to an organization has been long established. Companies are increasingly waking up to the need for an inclusive workforce. However, despite the best intentions, many employers are still busy figuring out appropriate ways to interact with and bring the best out of their employees who have autism. Are you one of them? Here are six tips for you: Address semantic disagreements upfront There’s a perpetually raging debate on whether to use “individual with autism” or “autistic individual”. It’s better to ask an individual how they would like to be addressed! Communicate in a friendly way When talking to someone with autism, please speak in a friendly tone (as you would when talking to anyone). If the person doesn't understand, leave it to them to ask you to speak differently. Have patience An autistic person may not ... View Post

Knocked the job interview out of the park. What else do you need to do to increase your chances of getting that dream career? There are many steps on the journey to a dream job. While creating an effective resume and acing the interview by showcasing skills are common, many candidates overlook sending a thank-you note to the interviewer. A thank-you letter after an interview is an effective strategy to show your interest in the job. It is also a great way to impress a potential employer. It is ... View Post

According to the National Autistic Society, around 700,000 are diagnosed with autism in the UK. In the past decade there have been many awareness campaigns to help employers recognise the benefits of hiring autistic talent into their business and now businesses have access to a number of specialist training providers to ensure they are creating inclusive opportunities. However, we know that employers may not always get this right and it is important that you, as an autistic job seeker, know ... View Post

“Jobs are the litmus test for inclusion,” said v-shesh Co-founder Rajasekharan Pazhaniappan, in an interactive session on the sidelines of the Inclusive India Summit organized by Rangam. Speaking to Rangam Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Nish Parikh, Rajasekharan said, “When a person gets a job, it means that inclusion is happening in the society. It builds the self-esteem of an individual, and friends and relatives start believing in that person.” The organization that ... View Post

Disability inclusion is an integral part of any organization's D&I strategy. We recently conducted a LinkedIn poll on disability inclusion, where 59% of voters believed that companies have a long way to go as far as disability inclusion in the workplace is concerned. As companies redesign their business models to adapt to the pandemic, it is crucial to address disability inclusion. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 17.9% of persons with a disability got a new job in 2020, a ... View Post

Diagnoses of autism spectrum condition (ASC), over the course of several years, have been increasing in the UK. A 2021 study by Newcastle University in collaboration with the University of Cambridge’s Department of Psychiatry and Maastricht University, revealed a sharp rise in the prevalence of ASC among individuals aged 2-21 years old in the UK. Around one in 57 children in the UK has autism, facing various social challenges. The autism prevalence rate for adults is around 2%. According ... View Post

This article by GEETANJALI M, Rangam Head of HR & Workforce Solutions, was originally published on LinkedIn. A profound phrase “the Great Resignation," Created by organizational psychologist, Anthony Klotz, hits home for most in HR and the Workforce Solutions industry. According to the U.S. Bureau of labor statistics, the number of resignations at the end of August 2021 increased to 4.3 million which is a 2.9% increase since July. We are seeing this trend for various ... View Post

Even at the turn of the century, a college degree was a golden ticket to begin a professional career. A stamp of higher education on the resume was the only way to a comfortable, salaried position with associated perks. While the direct correlation between a degree and potential for long-term income has been consistent, the nature of work and career has changed over the last few years with the right skills being prized over academic qualifications. The impact of the Coronavirus pandemic has ... View Post

Blind hiring is a recruitment technique which ’blinds’ a candidate’s socio-demographic and personal information from the recruiting manager, which otherwise may lead to biased hiring decisions. The first blind hiring experiment was reportedly carried out in Boston Symphony Orchestra in the 1950s when musicians started to audition behind a screen, hiding their gender. Blind auditioning led to an increase in the number of female musicians in major symphony orchestras in the US. ... View Post

This article by Hetal Parikh, Rangam Co-founder & President, was originally published on LinkedIn.Quotas for at least a minimum representation of women on corporate boards have emerged as a key tool for policymakers to implement gender equality in the workplace. The movement started in 2003 when Norway mandated 40% reservation for women in corporate boards. Austria, Finland, Spain, Iceland, Israel, France, Kenya, Belgium, Italy, Germany, and Portugal followed suit through their ... View Post