Autistic Adulting Career Hacks: Neurodivergent Jobs in Data & Geospatial | Brendon Eglinton Interview
Send us a textAutistic adulting job hunt hell? In this raw ramble on Adulting with Autism, host April (autistic OT) chats with social enterprise leader Brendon Eglinton (Australian Spatial Analytics/ASA) on flipping 34% autistic unemployment—80% neurodivergent team (75% under 30, 100+ clients, 10k hours/month) tackling geospatial/digital engineering gaps. L&D expert (20+ years banking/health/aged care), Brendon's model: On-the-job training (no rigid inductions—buddy support, project passion), pre-shared interview questions (fair fit, no "perform magic"), blended remote/office (commute burnout? Balanced weeks).Transcript gems: Recruiting globally (apps via site—aptitude over degrees; probation "try before buy"), support via lived experience (individualized learning, "makes sense" motivation), low call-outs (peers/leaders explain purpose), and business advice (common-sense inclusivity: Share questions, tap strengths like pattern recognition—48% better, 92% productive/loyal). URL tie: ASA's onshore services (data sovereignty, no slavery risks), talent solutions (diverse hires boost culture), neurodiversity training (co-designed by analysts). For autistic young adults seeking STEM starts, parents advocating, or OT squad pushing workplaces, this is your 'what the actual?' opportunity toolkit—no traditional traps, just thriving ecosystems.Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Unemployment Gaps & Brendon's Journey 2:30 - ASA Model (Social Enterprise Basics) 8:45 - Recruiting/Interviews (Pre-Shared Questions) 15:20 - On-the-Job Support (Buddy Learning) 22:10 - Global Interest & Challenges 30:00 - Business Inclusivity Tips 40:00 - Resources & Involvement 50:00 - OutroSub on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for unmasked tips—reviews build the squad! Linktree for full eps, ASA's asanalytics.com.au (careers/talent services/training), explainer video, and Adulting with Autism merch: 'Dynamite' tees for career sparks or 'Magic Shop' hoodies for squad opportunities. Your job hunt win? Comment! Follow @adultingautismbts on TikTok for clips.#AutisticAdultingTips #NeurodivergentCareers #GeospatialJobs #AdultingWithAutism #BAutistic adulting chaos? My MFish Dragon Charger slays—sleek, bold design with soul (no Apple boredom!), powers phone/laptop through BTS sessions. Daily obsession for my neurodivergent brain—ordering more! Quick pre-roll from Adulting with Autism. Affiliate link below (I earn from purchases—thanks!) Get fierce for fall with the Empowerment Collection and Power in the Frequency! Bold colors, ultimate comfort, and designs made for neurodivergent pride. Shop now to support the show and join the Alliance—find your new favorite at the link in show notes.Recoverycast: Mental Health & Addiction Recovery StoriesReal talk, real recovery, actually entertaining. Find Recoverycast now.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotifymfish: Organize. Simplify. WinEco-friendly, high-quality tech tool to simplify school, work and lifeFind Your Fierce This Fall: Empowerment Shop now to support the show and join the Alliance—find your new favorite at the link in show notes.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show@
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