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November 30, 2022 By Beth Devine

“Neurodiverse” Doesn’t Equal “Disabled”

As a champion of the neurodiverse community, I’m sometimes frustrated by the misunderstandings people have about the capabilities of neurodiverse people. This is a challenge when attempting to get more manufacturers interested in employing this demographic. While it pleases me to see big companies like Microsoft, SAP, JP Morgan Chase, and Hewlett Packard actively recruiting […]

Filed Under: Human Resources, Programs, Workforce development

September 29, 2022 By Beth Devine

Hobbs Medical Implements Best Onboarding Practices for Neurodiverse Employees

If you follow CTmrg on LinkedIn or read our Blog, you know we’ve highlighted the benefits of hiring neuro-diverse individuals in manufacturing roles. This community possesses many positive characteristics, starting with the fact that they are rule followers. If you want them to be at the plant at 7:00 am, they will be there at […]

Filed Under: Human Resources, Tips, Workforce development

May 5, 2022 By Beth Devine

Is the Grass Greener on the Other Side? 4 Reasons to Stay in Touch.

Thanks to Leesa Schipani for sharing this post from her Kardas Larson website. Over the last 18 months employers have been struggling with the Great Resignation. An enormous movement has taken place as employees have left for seemingly greener grass. But many are learning that the grass isn’t greener on the other side, and some […]

Filed Under: Human Resources, Tips, Workforce development

April 13, 2022 By Beth Devine

Workforce Challenges Aren’t Just an HR Issue Anymore.

In this year’s first quarter Manufacturer’s Outlook Survey, the National Association for Manufacturers (NAM) reported that manufacturing companies are still struggling with workforce shortages. “Companies cite difficulties in finding sufficient workers to meet their capacity needs, despite wage growth for production and nonsupervisory workers in manufacturing that has been at a 40-year high. At the […]

Filed Under: Workforce development

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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