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Yay! Another stuttering dev here on HN! I have a stammer too (stutter here in the US); you're not alone! I'll bet that code tests in interviews really suck. I know that they suck for me. I think alot of it is going to depend on interviewing with the right person. Keep trying, and eventually you'll find them. Also, if that doesn't work, you can always try to pick up totally remote freelance work, but if you're looking…
> I've asked my current employers for a raise but because they know my situation and they know my stammer means I interview badly they know I am stuck here. They are wrong. They are completely and utterly wrong. You can have a stammer and still interview well. I once knew a guy named Jack. He's one of the funniest and most charismatic people I've ever known, and he had severe strabismus (lazy eye). I'm not talking ab…
1) Yes, you are vastly underpaid. (Unless it's 3 years with FrontPage Pro!) 2) Apply for big companies / public sector. They have massive HR departments who will send you an equal opportunities form. Disclose your disability and ask for support during the interview. That should help them prepare for you - they will also have the budget to support you if you do get the job and require extra help. 3) Build a portfolio.…
Definitely speak to your GP and explain that it is having an effect on your career. You can talk to a speech therapist that may be able to help. A lot of people are put off by "therapy" but it is worth going to an initial meeting with the therapist and finding out what the plan would be. If you decide that ongoing meetings is not for you then they may be able to give you a few exercises to do at home. edit: http://ww…
Where do you live? Can you take freelance work? Available to travel if opportunity arises?
At the moment I don't have any leads but if I know where you are located at least, I could try and see if I (and others here I'm sure) could help.
> I've asked my current employers for a raise but because they know my situation and they know my stammer means I interview badly they know I am stuck here. They are wrong. They are completely and utterly wrong. You can have a stammer and still interview well. I once knew a guy named Jack. He's one of the funniest and most charismatic people I've ever known, and he had severe strabismus (lazy eye). I'm not talking ab…
Jack Paul Sartre?
When you greet your interviewer, hand them this card: |=================================| | | | Hi, I'm John Doe and I'm happy | | to meet you. | | | | I have a stammer, but we should | | not let that interfere with our | | conversation. | | | | I'm an excellent web developer | | and I love what I do. My speech | | impediment does not affect my | | work. | | | | What can I do for you? | | | |=========================…
How about having this discussion in the preliminary emails? Take the card too, but let them know in advance so it is less of a surprise at interview time.
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Definitely speak to your GP and explain that it is having an effect on your career. You can talk to a speech therapist that may be able to help. A lot of people are put off by "therapy" but it is worth going to an initial meeting with the therapist and finding out what the plan would be. If you decide that ongoing meetings is not for you then they may be able to give you a few exercises to do at home. edit: http://ww…
May I ask you to kindly explain what "GP" means? I think I've been outside of the realm of English English for too long...
Earlier quoted context omitted.
Definitely speak to your GP and explain that it is having an effect on your career. You can talk to a speech therapist that may be able to help. A lot of people are put off by "therapy" but it is worth going to an initial meeting with the therapist and finding out what the plan would be. If you decide that ongoing meetings is not for you then they may be able to give you a few exercises to do at home. edit: http://ww…
May I ask you to kindly explain what "GP" means? I think I've been outside of the realm of English English for too long...
Earlier quoted context omitted.
Definitely speak to your GP and explain that it is having an effect on your career. You can talk to a speech therapist that may be able to help. A lot of people are put off by "therapy" but it is worth going to an initial meeting with the therapist and finding out what the plan would be. If you decide that ongoing meetings is not for you then they may be able to give you a few exercises to do at home. edit: http://ww…
May I ask you to kindly explain what "GP" means? I think I've been outside of the realm of English English for too long...