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March 16, 2022 By Beth Devine

Onboarding and Retaining Neurodiverse Workers

When we shared tips for hiring neurodiverse workers last month, we noted that companies with neurodiverse hiring programs are experiencing impressive retention rates of 90% to 100% for their neurodiverse employees. This isn’t random luck. Companies with neurodiverse hiring programs understand that modifying their interviewing techniques to acquire these workers is only the first step […]

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March 9, 2022 By Beth Devine

Unclaimed Funding for Manufacturers

The Federal Government and the State of Connecticut have numerous programs that provide a significant amount of funding for manufacturing companies. These monies typically come in the form of low interest loans, grants, vouchers, and fund-matching programs. But much of this money goes unclaimed every year. So why aren’t manufacturers snapping it up? The number […]

Filed Under: Funding, Tips

March 2, 2022 By Beth Devine

What’s a Needs Assessment and Why Would You Need One?

World-renowned Software Engineer Watts Humphrey once said, “If you don’t know where you are, a map won’t help.” Known as the “Father of Software Quality,” Humphrey was referring to the process of software development, of course, and not a geographical location. His statement highlights the logic of using your company’s current state to determine what […]

Filed Under: Tips

February 23, 2022 By Beth Devine

OSHA Reminds Employers to Submit Injury and Illness Data by March 2

The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently reminded employers to submit their 2021 injury and illness data by March 2, 2022. This data must be submitted to OSHA electronically via OSHA Form 300A. Per the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, covered employers must prepare and maintain records of […]

Filed Under: Industry News, Tips

February 17, 2022 By Beth Devine

Tips for Hiring Neurodiverse Workers

Industry giants SAP, Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase, and Hewlett Packard (HP) have all reported tremendous success with the neurodiversity hiring programs they launched six to eight years ago. They’ve found these employees to be creative, focused, and more likely to stay with their respective companies. All boast retention rates of 90% to 100% for these workers. […]

Filed Under: Workforce development

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