In this engaging conversation, Ali Cameron, a disability advocate and founder of Seated Perspectives, shares her journey of navigating the challenges of ableism in the workplace, the importance of representation, and the empowerment that comes from entrepreneurship with host Jessica Jordan Ping. She discusses her experiences with accessibility, the burden of self-rejection, and the need to normalize accommodation requests. Ali emphasizes the significance of trusting one's instincts and the potential for joy within the disabled community while addressing the complexities of privilege and healthcare accessibility.
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MERCH!https://accessdeniedpod.creator-spring.com/Follow Access Denied on social!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/accessdeniedpod/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@accessdeniedpodYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AccessDeniedPodFollow host Jessica Jordan on social!Website - https://therollingexplorer.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therollingexplorer/Music Page - https://www.instagram.com/jessicajordanping/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therollingexplorerYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@therollingexplorerIntro and Outro Music Production by JP Warner Sound:Website: https://jpwarnersound.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpwarnersound/Takeaways- Ali Cameron is a disability advocate and founder of Seated Perspectives.- The name 'Seated Perspectives' reflects Ali's unique view of the world.- Ali's experiences in corporate settings highlighted the lack of accessibility.- Disabled individuals often feel the need to overachieve to counteract ableism.- Freelancing provides a more accessible work environment for disabled individuals.- Disclosing disability in job applications can be a complex decision.- The importance of representation in the disability community cannot be overstated.- Imposter syndrome is prevalent among disabled individuals, especially women.- Normalizing requests for accommodations is crucial for inclusivity.- Healthcare accessibility remains a significant issue, even in countries with universal healthcare.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Allie Cameron and Seated Perspectives02:57 - The Origin Story of Seated Perspectives05:45 - Experiences of Ableism in the Workplace08:47 - The Burden of Accessibility in Work Environments11:43 - The Challenges of Job Applications for Disabled Individuals14:39 - The Importance of Disclosure in Job Interviews17:28 - Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship20:25 - Navigating Privilege and Accessibility in Work23:30 - Imposter Syndrome and Self-Rejection26:23 - The Journey to Disabled Joy30:08 - The Power of Community and Representation32:18 - Navigating School Experiences as a Disabled Student38:01 - The Challenge of Accessibility in Education39:19 - The Importance of Normalizing Needs44:21 - Healthcare Accessibility and Privilege48:00 - Personal Growth and Trusting Instincts
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