Workplace Adventures: Tribulation and Triumph on the Autism Spectrum

by Chad Sides

We all love stories of bad bosses and stupid customers. Ever walked into your job to discover that everyone but you has been fired? Chad has. Ever lived in your boss’ basement while he cheated and manipulated you? Chad has. How about working for a boss that pushed you so hard you puked? He’s done that, too. From hanging drywall to leading a church youth group to selling items door-to-door to appearing on live TV, Chad shares his strangest job experiences, how autism played a role in his career decisions, and how he's seen the hand of God leading him from a job he hated to one that he's enjoyed for nearly twenty years.

205 pages, Paperback

Published September 27, 2024

Reviews

[Gary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full disclosure: Chad Sides is my son-in-law. I wish every family member, especially in laws, would write a book to give you background information on their personalities. But to say Workplace Adventures was good only for that purpose would be a severe disservice to Chad's excellent writing. Chad describes his life as an employee while experiencing symptoms of autism. Not the severe symptoms seen in some at the most severe end of the spectrum, but at the high functioning end of the spectrum, the symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome. Having spent much of my life treating folks and families with autism, his descriptions hold a dear place in my heart. His unashamed and candid admissions of his internal thoughts as he dealt with life and work situations should be very helpful for others on the spectrum and those who care about them. Chad's interesting life has been touched by his Savior, Jesus Christ, Who is the hero of Chad's story and the One Who drew Chad into his life and work experiences that made him the man he is today. This is an excellent read and should be an encouragement for those on the spectrum who may not have all the insights that Chad has but are experiencing some of his well documented frustrations.

[Seth Tucker · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing read. I'm not on the autism spectrum, and this book was fun, entertaining, heart-warming, and eye-opening. Reading these experiences will bring a smile to your face or make you remember your least favorite boss. While the stories within this book are amusing, they do indeed showcase the trials that those on the spectrum deal with, but as the title indicates - this book ends in triumph. It's also a triumphant entry into the author's bibliography and a great read.