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When we think of hospitality, we often imagine warm welcomes, flawless service, and attention to detail. What we sometimes overlook is how much these qualities rely on the unique skills of the people who make them possible. At PERFORM, we… Read More »PERFORM Spotlight: The Hidden Strengths of Autistic Employees in Hospitality

How modern digital tools facilitate communication, task planning, and stress reduction The hospitality industry demands flexibility, strong communication skills, and effective time and stress management. For individuals on the autism spectrum, these challenges can be especially difficult. However, modern technologies… Read More »Assistive Technologies for Autistic Employees in Hospitality

In many situations, we have learned that silence is something to avoid perhaps because it can feel uncomfortable or rude. A quiet moment can feel awkward, and pauses in conversation are quickly filled. This is often also the case in… Read More »Autistic people teach us silence

In recent years, the concept of neurodiversity has gained momentum as a progressive approach to understanding and supporting individuals with neurological differences. Neurodiversity encompasses a range of conditions, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Within the hospitality sector, particularly in… Read More »Neurodiversity and Autism in Hospitality: A European Perspective

Inspired by The Guardian’s Insight on Workplace Inclusion for Autistic and Neurodivergent Talent (3  min. read) In a recent article by The Guardian titled “The small changes that can help neurodivergent people thrive at work” (June 2024), experts and individuals on the spectrum highlighted… Read More »Small Changes, Big Impact: How Simple Adjustments Help Neurodivergent Employees Thrive in Hospitality

What Should Never Be Tolerated When Employing Neurodiverse Staff in Hotels As the hospitality industry moves toward more inclusive hiring, an increasing number of hotels are employing neurodiverse staff, including individuals on the autism spectrum. This is a welcome step… Read More »Dangerous Work Conditions

The hospitality industry is increasingly recognizing the value of neurodiverse talent, particularly autistic employees. Individuals on the autism spectrum often exhibit exceptional qualities such as intense focus, attention to detail, and reliability, making them valuable assets in structured and process-driven… Read More »The Role of Autistic Employees in the Hospitality Industry

Neurodiversity is a concept that acknowledges the diverse range of differences in human brain function and behavior. As society progresses, it becomes increasingly evident that embracing neurodiversity in all aspects of life, including the workplace, is crucial. This inclusion is… Read More »The Importance of Inclusion in Business and the Horeca Industry

The Autistics – unempathic, unable to communicate, obsessive, rigid, isolated, unintelligent, humorless, living in their own world, but really? Contrary to stereotypes, people on the autism spectrum can have a variety of talents, skills, and traits that can be extremely… Read More »Breaking Down Barriers

Neurodiversity refers to the idea that neurological differences among individuals are natural variations in the human brain. People experience and interact with the world in diverse ways, with no single ‘right’ way of thinking, learning, or behaving. Beyond autism spectrum… Read More »Building a More Inclusive Workplace for Neurodivergent Employees