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The disability tax is the extra time, energy, and effort people with disabilities often spend navigating inaccessible systems. See how barriers in hiring and the workplace add to that cost, and what employers can do to reduce it.

Alt text is one of the simplest ways to improve digital accessibility, yet it's also one of the most commonly overlooked. Drawing from years of accessibility testing and auditing, Aaron Linson explains what alt text is, why it matters, and how to write effective image descriptions. Through real-world examples and straightforward guidance, readers will learn how small improvements can make a big difference for people using screen readers.

Creating a welcoming, inclusive small business means treating accessibility as a core practice—not a nice‑to‑have. From job posts and interviews to daily service, small barriers can quietly exclude disabled talent and customers. Inclusive hiring uses clear language, flexible formats, and simple accommodations so everyone can succeed. When accessibility is built into everyday workflows, trust grows—and so does the business.

Disability inclusion training isn’t just a checkbox for modern employers, it’s a step toward unlocking real potential in your workforce. Without it, misunderstandings and missed opportunities can quietly hold your team back. Inclusion training equips you and your team with the tools to build truly inclusive workplaces where every employee thrives.

October is [National] Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)—a timely reminder to reexamine not only organizational culture but also the nuts and bolts of hiring. The interview process is one of the most consequential touch points: it’s where candidates are assessed, judged, and chosen. If access or bias plays a role here, the inequities ripple outward.

Parents pushing strollers, travelers dragging luggage, cyclists, delivery drivers—you name it. These small ramps, designed for disability inclusion, quickly became essential for the general public. That’s the Curb-Cut Effect in action: when solutions created for a specific need benefit far more people than originally intended.

People with disabilities are battle-tested in the game of life and have faced significant adversity.