“High-functioning autism” is a term that’s often misunderstood. People hear it and assume it means “mild autism” or “not really that different.” But that’s not how it feels. The reality is, it’s autism that often goes unseen – the kind that doesn’t stand out immediately in social or professional settings, but still impacts how IContinue reading “Understanding High-Functioning Autism in the Workplace and Beyond”
Author Archives: Chris Dale
Autistic Burnout and Navigating Workplace Pressure
In my previous articles, I’ve shared insights into how autism influences my communication and marketing career. But there’s another side to it – one that isn’t talked about enough… Autistic burnout. Burnout is something many professionals experience, but for autistic people, it’s different. It’s not just about being tired or overworked. It’s a full-system shutdownContinue reading “Autistic Burnout and Navigating Workplace Pressure”
How Autism Strengthens My Role as a Senior Marketing Executive
In my previous article back in March – didn’t realise it was so long! – I shared insights into how my autism affects communication and social nuances in the workplace. Today, I want to explore how autism enhances my role as a Senior Marketing Executive at Exertis Enterprise. Marketing requires creativity, attention to detail, andContinue reading “How Autism Strengthens My Role as a Senior Marketing Executive”
Autism, Communication, and Social Nuances in the Workplace
For all those who didn’t know, this week is “Neurodiversity Celebration Week”, which being part of the committee on the Enable ERG at Exertis UK I am proud to be involved with supporting. Awareness I believe is the biggest challenge we face in the workplace, and through various communications this week we will be raisingContinue reading “Autism, Communication, and Social Nuances in the Workplace”
Autism: Through My Eyes 