How to Negotiate a Part-time Role

How to Negotiate a Part-time Role

While it’s relatively easy to negotiate your existing role down to part-time after parental leave, what if you want a new part-time role? If you only look for jobs that are advertised part-time you will be limiting your options significantly; sadly the majority of...
Returning to Work

Returning to Work

If you’re feeling more nervous than excited about returning to work then read on… You’re not alone. It’s a common feeling regardless of how long you’ve been away. Write a list of why you feel nervous. Getting your thoughts onto a piece of paper and out of your head...
Holidays on the Spectrum

Holidays on the Spectrum

Tips to make the holidays less stressful, and more enjoyable for your child with autism! Ahhh… the long-awaited summer holidays are here, and I think it’s safe to say that it creates as much anxiety for us as parents, as it does for our children on the spectrum! This...
What is Your Perfectionism Costing You?

What is Your Perfectionism Costing You?

Being described as a perfectionist is actually a compliment, right? I remember being advised to respond with “I’m a perfectionist” when being asked about weaknesses in interviews. The idea, of course, is that it’s not really a weakness.  Having high standards means...