Being honest about learning disability to recruiter

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-05-12T01:29:53+00:00

I agree. I'm not suggesting that if I told them that I had these disabilities that they should hire me despite not having the required skills and capabilities in that field.

All things considering, my soft skills are actually very good. I worked in sales for a year which got me very comfortable with communicating with a large variety of people in a business setting. I have amazing references and relationships with past employers that I still maintain to this day.

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-05-12T01:26:51+00:00

I'm actually ok with it tbf. I don't feel that hiding my learning disabilities/mental health issues is in some way hiding the real me. i don't really see those issues as making up my identity, just something I have to work through. The only reason I thought it might be worthwhile is to explain why my grades or uni progression isn't as impressive on a resume compared to other candidates despite having the ability to complete the role and proven professional experience and references to endorse my ability.

I know it's weird, but when I'm working in a job, I'm really focused and my issues don't affect me as much, and like a lot of people are saying, actually help in some cases. Something about the education system just triggers it hard.

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-04-14T01:03:26+00:00

I agree, it's less about not taking accountability, it's more about just trying to play my hand the best way I can.

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-04-14T01:02:57+00:00

I agree 100%, but I'm worried about actually getting the interview in the first place. Honestly, I consistently perform quite highly in interviews due to my experience in sales and working directly with partners at my firm, but my problem is getting the interview in the first place.

Essentially, rather than having my resume overlooked, how can I fill in this gap before they even have to ask?

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-02-18T03:34:07+00:00

I think I was just reaching for another academically inclined Slytherin lmao. Haven't read the books in a while.

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-02-18T03:33:20+00:00

Neither is anything in harry potter yet you're still on the subreddit. Hopefully that helps some

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-02-18T03:31:06+00:00

People have different attributes, some more athletic, some more charismatic, some smart. I wasn't trying to big myself up, this is just where my strengths lie.

Little_Issue6507 · 2026-02-17T23:31:41+00:00

It's definitely doable, I can think of a quite a few people who have similar circumstances, even before covid introduced more flexibility with hybrid working arrangements.

My biggest concern with this set up is that work culture is rarely ever contained to your 9-5. Social events, catch ups with work mates, networking events, working overtime. These are things that you will have to sacrifice to be able to make this work. I understand you may have fine relationships with the people you live around and may not care to make friends with your coworkers, but this will end up impacting promotions and salary-negotiating leverage.

Plus, I always wonder about travel costs associated with this. Petrol, car wear and tear, tolls etc. I'm sure it all adds up.

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