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How to Convince Employers to Hire You When You’re Living with a Disability
Living with an illness, injury, or disability shouldn’t discount you from working a full-time job where you find meaning and purpose. Follow these steps when applying for a job.Be DirectYou might feel the temptation to hide your disability to avoid prejudice, but this won’t help you in the future. You don’t have to detail all your struggles, but it’s important to let your interviewer know about possible limitations and accommodations you need to perform excellently.Study Their VisionNothing impresses an employer more than an applicant who did their research. Look into the causes they support, their philosophies, and goals, and tell them why you are the right person for the job. It’s also fulfilling, in the long run, to be with a business that shares the same values.Prove Your WorthIf you are living with a disability or a disadvantage, chances are you have developed skills that regular people don’t have. You are likely more adaptable, resourceful, independent, and resilient. Tell them how your disability has helped you and molded you into the wonderful person you are today.Work with Employment ExpertsWhen living with a disability, your resources might be limited. Thankfully, there are government-funded programs such as the Workforce Australia (formerly jobactive) that are designed to help people with disability find jobs they will find meaningful and enjoyable. Visit atWorkAustralia.com to learn how their tools can help you land your dream job.
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