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In today's episode, Teresa talks about accommodation and compliance etiquette for National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The theme for this year is “America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion.”

Teresa discusses SB639, the recently passed California law. Beginning January 1, 2022, California employers will be prohibited from paying workers with disabilities less than the prevailing minimum wage. She gives tips on recruitment etiquette for conducting interviews and how to prepare. Teresa also talks about her workplace etiquette tips for some specific situations.

For more information on National Disability Employment Awareness Month visit the U.S. Department of Labor website here and search for National Disability Employment Awareness Month. You can also visit What Can You Do Campaign, here.

Episode Timeline

00:06Introduction and Disclaimer

02:15Recruitment Etiquette

12:57Break and Public Service Announcement

13:27Workplace Etiquette Tips

27:21Teresa's Closing Remarks