Tips and ToolS for Employee Retention
"Hailey continues to amaze me and she continues to grow. The way that Hailey self advocates for herself is that she will check with us for accuracy in the execution of her work as well as completeness of her work. "
Regina Noble, Owner - Noble Delights Bakery
Tips and Tools
When communicating with a neurodivergent employee, here are some tried and tested tips for successful and meaningful conversations.
Use a normal tone of voice—do not raise your voice unless asked to
Be polite and patient—do not rush the conversation
Speak directly to the person rather than the person with them
Ask the person what will help with communication—there are different ways to communicate
Don't pretend to understand—let the person know you are having difficulty; try asking yes or no questions
Be flexible—reword rather than repeat anything that is not understood
Only refer to the person's disability if necessary or relevant
Offer assistance if it appears necessary, but respect the person's wishes if they don't accept your offer
Avoid saying anything that implies the person with disability is superhuman, courageous or special
Relax—everyone makes mistakes; apologize if you believe you have embarrassed someone.
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