Webinar: Employment & Anxiety with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Presented by Barbara Bissonnette, Principal, Forward Motion Coaching

Anxiety impacts the entire employment cycle for individuals on the autism spectrum. This webinar explores some of the common triggers and how they can manifest in job seekers and employees.  Topics include:

• Choosing a job that will be manageable
• Creating a realistic job search plan
• Preparing for interviews
• Self-advocacy at work

Our presenter will share effective strategies honed during her work with more than 1,000 individuals with autism spectrum profiles.

Barbara Bissonnette is a certified coach and the Principal of Forward Motion Coaching. She specializes in career development coaching for individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome and similar autism spectrum profiles. She is the author of the award-winning Complete Guide to Getting a Job for People with Asperger’s Syndrome; the Asperger’s Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide; and Helping Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome Get & Stay Hired. Barbara also offers consultations to parents and training for professionals and employers.

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