Olsten Staffing Services Discrimination Lawsuit Settled

Believe it or not, I hear stories about this happening all of the time.  Not trying to single out Olstens', but there are a lot of non-lawsuit threatening excuses given for not hiring someone that is D/HOH/Blind.  It's too bad this is still happening since there are a lot of people with this 'disability' that would be very good employees to have.  Not to mention the fact that I still have not found any proof that those of us that are D/HOH/Blind have a lower intelligence/capability level compared to others that can see and hear.

Here's the link:  http://www.gmtoday.com/news/front/topstory07.asp

For Employers wanting to learn more on how to interact/accommodate an employee with a disability, here's a good article to start with.

http://www.allbusiness.com/government/employment-regulations-americans/2975413-1.html

To all of my fellow disabled looking at entering the workforce or already employed, please remember that this is a two way street.  There are a lot of us that, for one reason or another, choose to not disclose 'what works best for us'.  It could be the fear of looking incompetent for the position, possible ridicule or even missing out on the job itself or future promotion.  In my opinion, this is not the way to handle it.  All that it does is place one more wall between you and success.  Don't be afraid or ashamed of telling as well as educating those around you that you work with.  Unfortunately, for those that do not live with hearing loss or blindness (I only know hearing loss), the opportunities to learn more about it are few and far between.  So, take the chance on passing on your own little tips and tricks.  Who knows, you may find that there is someone else in your office that has their own challenges they are dealing with.  The more you share, the more you will get in return.

Have a great week!