“our brains are wired slightly differently…that can be a gift in itself”

Lexxic
2 min readMay 20, 2019

--

Lexxic Neurodiversity Insights 008: **Disclaimer: The above video is in conjunction with Lexxic and the views, opinions, beliefs and conclusions expressed in Lexxic’s Neurodiversity Insights, videos and podcasts, are not necessarily those of Lexxic, our employees and associates. The material used and discussed is for information, educational and enjoyment purposes only; and does not endorse anything as the truth. **To watch with subtitles, click on the settings button > subtitles > select ‘English’.

How can someone with autism approach job interviews?

What do employers need to be aware of when interviewing those with autism?

What strategies can someone with autism use to reduce stress?

Professional Magician Angus Baskerville talks with Senior Assistant Psychologist, Amber, about his difficulties with undiagnosed Autism. He shares how he manages his difficulties and approaches his stress around sensory sensitivities, which may benefit others.

“we are differently abled, not necessarily disabled”

Angus presents us with the literal difficulties those with autism may experience in job interviews. With his previous experiences Angus shares advice on how to approach or adjust interviews more effectively from the interviewee and interviewer perspective. He and Amber discuss how best employers and managers can support someone with autism and how to prevent feelings of stress for autistic employees.

“find your passion and really embrace it”

Angus highlights the importance of receiving a diagnosis on an individual’s mental health and provides advice to those who feel as though they show tendencies towards autism. He discusses how he has supported himself and the benefits of building up connections with others in a similar position. Angus also shares how technology, meditation and listening to music support him to tackle day to day life.

To find out more about supporting individuals with neurological differences in the workplace, workplace assessments and diagnostic assessments, contact Lexxic.

Interview by Amber Williams, Senior Assistant Psychologist, with Angus Baskerville, Professional Magician and Public Speaker.

Start a conversation: email enquiry@lexxic.com

Find out more about us: www.lexxic.com

Sign up to our Neurodiversity Insights: http://bit.ly/2d5k6rx

Read and listen to our previous articles and podcasts: https://medium.com/@Lexxic

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lexxic/

Twitter: Lexxic

--

--

Lexxic

Award-winning psychological consultancy specialising in dyslexia and neuro-diversity services for organisations.