These percentages indicate the proportion of 803 respondents who gave favourable ratings to companies that do the following:
Due to an increasingly diverse customer base, most corporate leaders have begun to recognize that the inclusion of diverse workers is important to their companies' success.
Companies now recognize that they can improve their reputations and public images by including people with disabilities in their workplace.
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HIRE for TALENT has made every effort to use the most respectful words possible while writing these materials. We realize, however, that the most appropriate terminology may change over time. We developed these materials with the intent to respect the dignity and inherent rights of all individuals.
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True or false
Including people with disabilities in the workplace can improve a company’s reputation and public image.
TRUE. 98% of respondents were satisfied or very satisfied with services received.
Overwhelmingly, customers would prefer to do business with companies that hire individuals with disabilities.
TRUE. 87% specifically agree.
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