Overview
This insider account provides much-needed information about a subject of increasing interest: people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) working in management positions. Johnson draws on his personal experiences to explain how elements such as the working environment, managing staff, group dynamics and office politics can have a profound influence on work performance. He provides useful examples and guidance on adapting to the workplace and coping with the pressures and demands of professional roles. Full of practical advice, this book will be essential reading for anyone with AS in employment as well as their managers, colleagues, family and friends, as well as supporting professionals.
Full Product Details
Author: Malcolm Johnson
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Dimensions:
Width: 15.40cm
, Height: 1.40cm
, Length: 23.20cm
Weight: 0.220kg
ISBN: 9781843101994
ISBN 10: 1843101998
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 15 August 2004
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Out of stock
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Reviews
Managing with Asperger Syndrome is a fascinating book for those with AS who wish to become managers. -- Newscheck The book provides a highly constructive framework, describing the issues within a business setting and how the approach of a person with AS can compound issues through to actions that can prevent them occurring in the first place. Managing with Asperger Syndrome provides invaluable, practical guidance. -- Asperger United His success in this field is an inspiration to anyone on the spectrum striving to overcome their social and communication challenges. I enjoyed this book because it is an interesting and captivating read. I admire the author's ability to share his innermost thoughts and feelings with us and my heart goes out to him. I wish him continued success in his career. -- On The Spectrum I heartily recommend this book and concur with the author when he writes, I do not view my condition as a disadvantage . -- Good Autism Practice
I heartily recommend this book and concur with the author when he writes, I do not view my condition as a disadvantage . -- Good Autism Practice His success in this field is an inspiration to anyone on the spectrum striving to overcome their social and communication challenges. I enjoyed this book because it is an interesting and captivating read. I admire the author's ability to share his innermost thoughts and feelings with us and my heart goes out to him. I wish him continued success in his career. -- On The Spectrum The book provides a highly constructive framework, describing the issues within a business setting and how the approach of a person with AS can compound issues through to actions that can prevent them occurring in the first place. Managing with Asperger Syndrome provides invaluable, practical guidance. -- Asperger United Managing with Asperger Syndrome is a fascinating book for those with AS who wish to become managers. -- Newscheck
Author Information
Malcolm Johnson found out that he has Asperger Syndrome at the age of 35, after years of working in middle and senior management. He previously worked at the BBC and now works in publishing. He holds a Business degree from Warwick University and lives with his wife in Surrey, UK.
