Job interviews while Autisic

Hi all,

Just got rejected for a job yet again for the reason of “not selling myself enough” I’ve never been able to do this and after getting diagnosed in 2020 (just before the lockdown) I haven’t really though about how it affects me but after another rejection I am thinking “is it because of how my Austin’s (and anxiety) affects me that prevents me from talking about myself and my achievements. And if it is will I ever be able to overcome it.

I loved the place I was working but I was only a temp with the opportunity to go full time, I am devastated that I’ll have to be leaving a place I felt so comfortable and people accepted me and my diagnoses.

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Dreamer over 3 years ago

Oh I am so sorry to hear this. I'm very comfortable in my work and would feel the exact same if I had to leave and find somewhere else.

My employer is very good and fair. They aren't aware of my ASD but they are aware of my other health struggles and are supportive. I don't know how they would be if I tried explaining my autism so I never have chanced it.

I hope you'll be able to find another job where you're comfortable and happy.

-Dreamer.

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Dreamer over 3 years ago

Oh I am so sorry to hear this. I'm very comfortable in my work and would feel the exact same if I had to leave and find somewhere else.

My employer is very good and fair. They aren't aware of my ASD but they are aware of my other health struggles and are supportive. I don't know how they would be if I tried explaining my autism so I never have chanced it.

I hope you'll be able to find another job where you're comfortable and happy.

-Dreamer.

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