Written by a writer who herself has a disability, No More Job Interviews! carries more clout by virtue of the author's "been there, done that" vantage point. Alice Weiss Doyel makes it clear that self employment is not just a viable career choice for people with disabilities—it's particularly desirable. And, if you have a hard time being convinced, she has plenty of case studies to back up her argument for a self-sustaining lifestyle.
Just as importantly, she also provides specific strategies for getting a business going. In fact, her book moves along, step-by-step, explaining the nuances of optimizing prospects for success and self-sufficiency. Plus, it offers information regarding agencies that can serve as powerful tools in the process of achieving "lift off" for a new business.
Perhaps one of the best aspects of her book is information offered for growing a business by utilizing not-for-profit and non-profit organizations in addition to typical avenues in the public sector. Doyel also offers plenty of tips on how to utilize the Internet as a means of both conducting business and getting information on "start-ups."
No More Job Interviews! redefines the notion of self-employment for disabled people. It's not a "last resort" option. Instead, it's a highly effective tool for fully engaging one's talents in a challenging environment. In other words, you'll face many of the same issues everyone faces. But, with the right information, you could even begin to see some advantages in your situation. And the smart course of action? Take advantage of them!
Doyel, Alice Weiss, No More Job Interviews!: Self Employment Strategies for People with Disabilities, Training Resource Network, 2000, ISBN 1883302366.
