October 2007 - Disability Awareness

What comes to when you think of someone with a disability? Do you see what they can't do, or what they can do despite the many challenges that they must overcome? This month Hire Results focuses on people with disabilities in the workplace and the many positive contributions that they make.

Workers with Disabilities are Good for Business

Hiring people with disabilities can have a positive impact on your bottom line. Many companies are discovering that the decision to hire or retain people with disabilities is like striking gold. Companies are enjoying increased employee retention, gaining a competitive edge, and are taking advantage of lucrative tax incentives to offset costs. read more...

Hidden Strengths

A couple of years ago I was asked by a client to conduct a series of focus groups targeted on the challenges of employing youth with disabilities. Throughout this process I had an opportunity to talk to numerous employers, parents and youth, all connected to this issue. While many opportunities for improvement were uncovered throughout our discussions, a strong overriding theme resonated to me on a personal level. Someone who faces adversity on a daily basis actually brings hidden strength to the table. read more...

Honoring All Employees

Many times the unknown can throw the best of us off. Whether navigating a strange city or a new procedure at work, we all can be at a loss as to how to deal with something that is new to us. The same is true when dealing with different types of people in the workplace. If an employee has never encountered a fellow employee who has a disability such as blindness, hearing impairment, or some other type of physical or mental disability, he or she may feel awkward and uncertain about how to act. A workplace culture that treats each person as an individual with unique talents and abilities can help foster more acceptance and understanding in the workplace. read more...

Ask the Expert

What are my responsibilities as employer under the Americans with Disabilities Act?   Since the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990 ( ADA) many employers remain confused about their responsibility under the law. learn more...