Understanding the EEOC Complaint Process
Receiving an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint against your company or agency can be stressful, time-consuming, and expensive. Additionally, if word gets out about the complaint, it can harm your reputation. The good news is that there are ways to resolve the case outside of the EEOC so that your employee gets what he […]
5 Facts About Women-Owned Small Businesses
The Small Business Association (SBA) has designated October as National Women’s Small Business month. There are nearly 10 billion women-owned businesses in the United States and 99% of them are small businesses. This sector is steadily growing, with more women opening small businesses every year. To celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month, we are diving […]
Accommodating Blind and Visually Impaired Employees During COVID-19
Back in March, most of us thought that we would be back to “normal life†by May or June. Unfortunately, though, it looks like coronavirus is around to stay. Some people are beginning to head back to offices now. While social distancing and adhering to new rules in the office may be simple for many, […]
5 Tips for Women Small Business Owners
In a world where women only hold 25% of the top C-suite level positions, it is so important for women small business owners to continue supporting each other and lifting each other up. Women often face different challenges than men do when it comes to business ownership. Getting advice from other women who have been […]
Advantages of Outsourcing Technical Writing Projects
Many businesses are reluctant to outsource their technical writing projects, and understandably so. After all, they know the ins and outs of their business better than anyone. However, knowing the processes and communicating them through a manual in a way that is easy to follow is a very different scenario. Creating a Document That is […]
Get to Know the Baltimore Deaf Community
September is International Deaf Awareness Month! In Maryland, we have the privilege of being surrounded by the richness of the Deaf community. The Maryland School for the Deaf has two campuses and a short drive to Washington DC is Gallaudet University, the world’s only university designed to be barrier-free for Deaf and Hard of Hearing […]
Applied Development Secures Spots on BBJ Women-Owned List, BBJ Minority-Owned List, and Inc. 5000
2020 has been a tough year all around. Between the pandemic and widespread social injustices, we are all feeling the strain. However, at Applied Development, we know the importance of celebrating when we can and continuing to look for the bright points in an otherwise stressful year. We are excited to announce that we have […]
Reducing Barriers for Deaf Employees During COVID-19
COVID-19 has changed the way we work, from offices and organizations moving towards a completely remote model to essential businesses implementing social distancing and new hygiene practices. While these measures are pivotal for public health during the pandemic, they are posing brand new challenges for those with diversabilities (diverse abilities), including the Deaf community. As […]
4 Things You Need to Know About Diversability in the Workplace
A diverse workplace is beneficial for everyone. When you hire people who have different backgrounds and a wide variety of experiences, you get different perspectives. These perspectives can help you relate better to your clients and customers and even improve your offerings. If you have been considering overhauling your diversity and inclusion policies, there are […]
Deaf Culture Quick Guide
Shared experiences and similar backgrounds create bonds between us that form a culture. In fact, culture is defined by Oxford Languages as “the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group.†As a tight-knit social group with a unique language, it makes sense that the Deaf community would […]