Hard skills may get you the interview—but soft skills get you the job.
For job seekers with disabilities, it’s important to show not just what you can do, but how you do it: Communicating clearly Adapting with resilience Collaborating with empathy Solving problems creatively
Employers are recognizing that soft skills are essential to building inclusive, high-performing teams.
Your lived experience builds strength. Your skills—both hard and soft—bring value.
Let’s open doors and change perceptions. #AWU #DisabilityEmployment #InclusionMatters #SoftSkills #WorkplaceDiversity #TogetherWeCan disabledperson.com
Hard skills may get you the interview—but soft skills get you the job.
For job seekers with disabilities, it’s important to show not just what you can do, but how you do it: Communicating clearly Adapting with resilience Collaborating with empathy Solving problems creatively
Employers are recognizing that soft skills are essential to building inclusive, high-performing teams.
Your lived experience builds strength. Your skills—both hard and soft—bring value.
Let’s open doors and change perceptions. #AWU #DisabilityEmployment #InclusionMatters #SoftS kills #WorkplaceDiversity #TogetherWeCan
How long does it take to find a full-time job when you have a disability?
The truth: It can take 3 to 6 months or more—sometimes longer—depending on your industry, accessibility of employers, and available support systems.
But here’s what the journey really involves in today’s job market:
Crafting a resume that gets past applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Navigating ableism in hiring and advocating for accommodations
Leveraging disability-inclusive job boards and workforce programs
Building your network—because connections matter more than ever
Preparing for both AI and live interviews, including how (or if) to disclose your disability
Staying motivated through rejections, delays, and setbacks
Yes, the job search is tough—but you are tougher. There are employers out there committed to inclusion and accessibility. The key is consistency, self-advocacy, and knowing your worth.
Tip: Use resources like vocational rehab, nonprofit career support, and platforms like Jobcase.com/organizations/disabledperson to boost your momentum.
You belong in the workforce. Together, we can change the narrative.
#DisabilityEmployment #InclusionWorks #JobSearchWithDisability #TogetherWeCan #CareerAccessibility #AWU
How long does it take to find a full-time job when you have a disability?
The truth: It can take 3 to 6 months or more—sometimes longer—depending on your industry, accessibility of employers, and available support systems.
But here’s what the journey really involves in today’s job market:
Crafting a resume that gets past applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Navigating ableism in hiring and advocating for accommodations
Leveraging disability-inclusive job boards and workforce programs
Building your network—because connections matter more than ever
Preparing for both AI and live interviews, including how (or if) to disclose your disability
Staying motivated through rejections, delays, and setbacks
Yes, the job search is tough—but you are tougher. There are employers out there committed to inclusion and accessibility. The key is consistency, self-advocacy, and knowing your worth.
Tip: Use resources like vocational rehab, nonprofit career support, and platforms like Jobcase.com/organizations/disabledperson to boost your momentum.
You belong in the workforce. Together, we can change the narrative.
#DisabilityEmployment #InclusionWorks #JobSearchWithDisability #TogetherWeCan #CareerAccessibility #AWU
"Accessibility and Inclusion "
Accessibility and inclusion are not just policies—they are principles we must champion together.
People with disabilities have voices that deserve to be heard, needs that deserve to be met, and strengths that deserve to be recognized. When we speak up—not alone, but together—we amplify our impact.
Let’s keep advocating. Let’s keep educating. Let’s keep pushing for a world where accessibility is the standard and inclusion is the norm.
Because Together We Can.
#AWU #Accessibility #Inclusion #DisabilityAdvocacy #Togetherwecan #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
"Accessibility and Inclusion "
Accessibility and inclusion are not just policies—they are principles we must champion together.
People with disabilities have voices that deserve to be heard, needs that deserve to be met, and strengths that deserve to be recognized. When we speak up—not alone, but together—we amplify our impact.
Let’s keep advocating. Let’s keep educating. Let’s keep pushing for a world where accessibility is the standard and inclusion is the norm.
Because Together We Can.
#AWU #Accessibility #Inclusion #DisabilityAdvocacy #Togetherwecan #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs
The U.S. Census Bureau on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 halted plans to change how it asks people about disabilities after facing a growing backlash from the disability community.
Advocates for disabled people had argued that proposed changes to disability questions on the bureau's American Community Survey would artificially reduce their numbers by more than 40%, limiting the ability of some to get vital resources for housing, schools or program benefits. They also argued that they weren't properly consulted on such a major overhaul.
“Good news! Good news! Good news! They got the message. If you recall, I posted about this possibility weeks ago. Our Community's voiced their concerns as over 12,000 public comments flooded the Census Bureau. It just goes to show you what speaking with one voice can do. #AWU #togetherwecan
Here is proof that speaking with one voice makes a difference. Come and join Abled Workers Unite at jobcase.com/groups and be part of the voice.
The U.S. Census Bureau on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 halted plans to change how it asks people about disabilities after facing a growing backlash from the disability community.
Advocates for disabled people had argued that proposed changes to disability questions on the bureau's American Community Survey would artificially reduce their numbers by more than 40%, limiting the ability of some to get vital resources for housing, schools or program benefits. They also argued that they weren't properly consulted on such a major overhaul.
“Good news! Good news! Good news! They got the message. If you recall, I posted about this possibility weeks ago. Our Community's voiced their concerns as over 12,000 public comments flooded the Census Bureau. It just goes to show you what speaking with one voice can do. #AWU #togetherwecan
Why Abled Workers Unite? The goal of the group is to create a large single voice to effect change in the workforce to demand Accessibility and Inclusion. Remember there is strength in numbers. #AWU #togetherwecan #disability
I posted a link to this article a couple of days ago to see what the group's reaction woul be. I am posting the link again because this is a big deal. You see Federal dollars are allocated and distributed based off the census in many areas. If the new proposal is adopted and that accounts for a drop in 40% of the number od people with disabilities that means that there could very well be a 40% decrease in the amount of federal dollars allocated for programs to support the disability Community. This is not good! We need to make noise about this. Call your Congress person. Tell them NO on this. Together We Can make a difference! #AWU #togetherwecan
If you are a person with a disability Come and join Abled Workers Unite at jobcase.com/groups. Help us make a difference.
#https://www.npr.org/2023/12/18/1218954729/census-bureau-survey-disabled-people-with-disabilities