The Complete Guide to Getting a Job for People with Asperger's Syndrome

Starred review from February 15, 2013

Bissonnette (certified career development coach for adults with AS; Asperger's Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide) has created a handbook to guide adults with AS through the job search process and help them secure successful employment. Her step-by-step approach details the processes of researching different careers, networking, and interviewing, and addresses new employment dos and don'ts. Focusing on tasks that are difficult for those with AS, the author breaks down each step into manageable tasks accompanied by hints, tips, and encouragement for success. Scripts to use for interviews, letters, phone messages, and emails are included and will be extremely helpful to those who need to practice what to say and how to speak to come across as professional and self-confident. While acknowledging the difficulties of job searching, Bissonnette understands the unique difficulties those with AS face when confronting a task involving many components and unfamiliar situations. Included are checklists, worksheets, and additional resources for further reading. VERDICT Intended for adults and young adults with AS, as well as their spouses, family, and assisting professionals. A must read for those with AS who are entering the workforce for the first time, changing careers, or just looking for a job.--Lisa Jordan, Spring Hill Lib., Gardner, KS

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