Communicate more effectively with the autistic people in your life
Imagine you have a new autistic employee who has been with your company for a few months. You have provided accommodations, trained them on the daily routine, and they have settled into their regular...
Throughout my life, I have been scolded many times for not saying “thank you” when it was expected. If someone gave me a gift, took me out, or did me a favor, there was...
In many neurotypical workplaces, it is seen as polite and professional to soften negative feedback. Managers hint, use idioms, make light jokes, and rely on tone and facial expressions to signal that someone needs...
Are your autistic students being rude to you? Are you sure? What is mistaken for disrespect and backtalk is often the result of the neurotypical teacher intending to convey a specific, hidden message, and...
In many offices, small talk is part of the culture. Neurotypical employees often enjoy swinging by a desk to chat about weekend plans, last night’s game, or the latest TV show. These quick conversations...
Many articles about supporting autistic people in the workplace are aimed at managers and HR. That guidance is important, but it is not the whole story. Autistic employees do not spend most of their...
Autistic Characteristics / Better Communication / Common Misconceptions
by jaimeaheidel · Published January 3, 2026
Many autistic people describe how draining it can be to hold a casual conversation with a neurotypical person. Memes, posts, and jokes about this are everywhere. What is harder to find is a clear,...
One of the main reasons many autistic people struggle in the corporate world is not a lack of talent or effort. The problem is that workplaces tend to reward a different focus than the...
“You think you’re so smart.” “Okay, know-it-all.” If you have ever heard these comments aimed at an autistic colleague, you are not alone. In many workplaces, a mismatch in communication styles can be mistaken...
Does your autistic employee frequently seem confused? Confusion in the workplace isn’t just frustrating; it can lower productivity, employee morale, and result in costly mistakes. As their supervisor, you feel you’ve been clear with...
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