220: Neurodivergence in the Job Search: Practical Tips and Accommodations - Part 2

About this episode

In Part 2 of the neurodivergence series, Sarah and Emma discuss the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the job search process and provide practical tips and accommodations.

Job searching can feel 10x harder when the process isn’t built for how your brain works. In Part 2 of our neurodivergence series, Sarah and Emma dive into the real challenges listeners are facing, from overwhelming applications and missed deadlines to blanking in interviews, needing more time, and struggling with unclear expectations. This episode is packed with practical tips and realistic ways to navigate the process, along with where accommodations can make a genuine difference. Plus, some great advice from fellow neurodivergent Interview Boss listeners! In Part 3 of this series, we'll tackle the big question: should you disclose? 🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Liv who bought us 3 coffees! "Hey Emma & Sarah! After listening to so many fantastic stories from your listeners, I finally get to share my own! In January I moved to Sydney (on my own) from Auckland. I’d just spent 7 years working for the same company, and had been shoulder tapped for most roles during that time, so my CV and interview prep were certainly in need of some help. Not only was I in a new city, I quit my job and set myself an ambitious goal to get out of Supply Chain sales and dive head first into the…

People in this episode

Hosts: Sarah, Emma

Topics covered

• neurodivergence
• job search
• accommodations
• interview tips
• career challenges
• personal stories

Keywords

• neurodivergence
• job search
• interview tips
• accommodations
• career advice
• personal stories

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Interview Boss, Tech, Supply Chain

Places: Sydney, Auckland

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