Employment Equality for Canadians with Disabilities: Career success beyond job survival

The measurement of career success depends upon the values used, and what it is being compared to.  Recent reports show that there is a continually high rate of unemployment within the Canadian disability population, but the reasons for this are often misunderstood, and the expectations for career success are often misrepresented. Discrimination in the workplace, intentional or subconscious is very real, and understanding your disability and how you interact with the world, will create a positive shift in perceptions. The key attributes in my career success are flexibility in adapting to change, and a high level of comfort in using the tools of the job, and in people skills to build meaningful relationships. I have had many disappointments along my career path, but the ability to evaluate expectations has allowed me to resolve conflicts and overcome barriers.
Council of Canadians with Disabilities