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Understanding and Using Soft Skills for Autistic People
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Author(s): Kostantinos Tsirkas (Funogen, Greece)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 16
Source title:
Empowering Innovations in Advanced Autism Research and Management
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Athanasios Alexiou (Department of Research and Development, Funogen, Athens, Greece & Department of Science and Engineering, Novel Global Community Educational Foundation, Hebersham, Australia), Ghulam Md Ashraf (Department of Biosciences and Bioinformatics, School of Science, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, China)and Markos Sgantzos (University of Thessaly, Greece & Hellenic Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Society, Greece)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-8176-2.ch014
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Abstract
Soft skills like communication, teamwork, adaptability, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving are increasingly valued in workplaces. For individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), these skills are essential for navigating social, workplace, and dynamic environments. However, they are often overlooked in education and professional training, leaving neurodiverse individuals at a disadvantage. This article examines the barriers to developing these subjective skills and the traditional focus on technical abilities. Using insights from research, case studies, and qualitative analysis, it highlights effective strategies such as structured role-play, peer-mediated interventions, and visual supports, which create low-stress learning environments. Soft skills development benefits both individuals and organizations, enhancing confidence, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy. By integrating personalized approaches, we can ensure tech-savviness is complemented by human cooperation, fostering industries with inclusive, empathetic, and effective leadership.
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