Work

Islamabad, Pakistan (2019)

At Neurodivergent Upgrade, we understand that neurodivergent individuals bring unique strengths and perspectives to the workplace. We are dedicated to providing specialized supports and resources to help neurodivergent workers thrive and succeed in their professional lives.

Our Work supports Tab offers a range of tailored services designed to meet the specific needs of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. We believe that by recognizing and embracing the diverse abilities and talents of neurodivergent workers, organizations can create a more inclusive and productive work environment.

Here are some of the work-specific supports we provide:

– General –

  1. Workplace Ideals - Describes what a workplace should look like and how to spot green flags to know when it is safe to self-disclose.

  2. What is Respect - Highlights key aspects of respectful behavior in a more general sense, such as active listening, mutually beneficial problem-solving, and anticipating accessibility needs. It also addresses inappropriate behaviors, such as microaggressions, that can hinder a respectful and inclusive work environment.

  3. Self-Advocating - Describes how to approach requesting supports while emphasizing the need to act with dignity and integrity when requesting accommodations. It addresses the challenges of neurotypical ignorance and offers strategies for influencing decision-makers. Additionally, it introduces key frameworks such as MICE, for self-advocating.

  4. Office Conflicts - Provides resources to address office conflicts in a productive capacity.

– Employment –

  1. Being Unemployed - General strategies for supporting oneself on the path to finding work more generally. It also includes preventative mechanisms to avoid risks associated with being unemployed.

  2. Networking - Advice for networking while neurodivergent.

  3. Hiring Accommodations Describes examples of accommodations to request during the hiring process, as well as how to gauge when it is safe to request these.

– Career Decisions –

  1. Starting Out - Provides information early career employees must keep in mind, including how to pick a career and what to do if one graduates during a recession.

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