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  • it almost sounds like (0 / 0)

    you would want some pre-voc training?  Like, how to interview, how to interact with boss and colleagues?  Is that what you're thinking of?

    I wonder what institution/agency would be most appropriate for that kind of training, and how the people who might unknowingly need it could access the services.

    by mamacita on Wed May 07, 2008 at 11:49:50 AM PDT

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    • Yes, that's exactly it. (0 / 0)

      Possibly expanded to "pitfalls of office politics," and the like. It's sad to say, but it seems like a lot of people need a "how to know when a colleague is stabbing you in the back," course. In some ways, the sort of pitfalls I think a lot of people, not just those with Asperger's, need to learn about - how to present your work to your boss so they appreciate what you're doing and such. I think for this group, understanding that it's not just producing outstanding work that's important, but making sure others notice you're producing outstanding work.

      "You're never more alone than when you're alone in a crowd."

      by Expat Briton on Wed May 07, 2008 at 12:39:46 PM PDT

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        I agree that's a skill that many people lack, including me.  Maybe the people who score more highly on the "justice" than "mercy" domain on personality questionnaires?  The ones who haven't quite outgrown the "But it's not fair!" indignation?  There are some real sharks in some workplaces that look for any advantage, any weakness in their colleagues.  If need be, they'll invent one, all to make themselves look good to the boss.  Some people are much better at playing the game than others.  It would be great if we could all have a class on that!

        by mamacita on Wed May 07, 2008 at 06:02:23 PM PDT

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