Diversity and inclusion initiatives often assume a broad perspective applied organization-wide rather than selectively. For the disabled (and others), a better approach is to maximize potential segment-by-segment as a competitive advantage. - By Jeremiah Prince

The passage of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) evoked cheers and optimism that people with disabilities would get more opportunities to join the workforce in capacities that take advantage of talent and potential in a safe work environment. Employers have embraced their duty to provide reasonable accommodation and are more willing to hire the disabled, but the effort to date has been mostly a strategy of compliance with the law.