In this session, Bill sits down with Roy Baladi, Founder & CEO of Jobs for Humanity. They dive into how inclusive hiring and accessibility can totally change the recruitment game. Learn how to tap into neurodiverse, blind, and deaf talent, unlock hidden superpowers, and break down barriers to build a more diverse, empowered workforce. Hit subscribe and join the movement!
Time-codes:
0:00 - Welcome and Introduction
0:19 - Discussion on Superpowers in the Workplace
3:22 - Roy’s Background and Journey
5:05 - Volunteering and Social Impact
7:01 - Identifying Superpowers in Returning Citizens
10:02 - Launching Jobs for Lebanon
11:14 - Transition to Jobs for Humanity
12:03 - Inclusive Job Sites and Training
14:05 - Challenges in Recruiting Blind and Deaf Candidates
16:02 - Experiencing Web Accessibility Barriers
19:10 - Nonprofit Career Centers and Accessibility Tools
20:28 - Maximizing Unique Abilities in Recruitment
24:03 - A Job Seeker’s Story: Overcoming Physical Limitations
28:01 - Neurodiversity in the Workforce
33:07 - AI and Technology in Identifying Superpowers
39:07 - Challenges with Focus and Neurodiversity in Conversations
42:01 - Competency-Based Hiring to Reduce Bias
44:15 - Creating a Superhero Culture in Organizations
46:01 - The Business Case for Accessibility
47:09 - Overcoming Barriers to Accessibility
48:02 - Practical Accessibility Solutions
50:00 - Flexibility for Neurodiverse Employees
53:01 - Cost-Effective Accessibility Strategies
56:03 - Jobs for Humanity and How to Get Involved
58:35 - Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
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