(BPT) - Can you imagine your ideal employee? That person might exhibit determination, adaptability, problem-solving and ingenuity. Those qualities are readily found in people with a wealth of untapped skills who also live with disabilities, making them strong candidates for companies needing to hire.

Qualities employers are looking for

People living with disabilities tackle daily challenges in pursuit of the lives they want. They handle detours on city sidewalks, learn to drive a truck using a joystick or graduate from colleges not designed for wheelchair users. These everyday obstacles reveal their grit and resilience.

According to the Department of Labor , the employment rate for people with disabilities between ages 16-64 was about 37% in 2024. People with disabilities face signif

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