Don’t Ask the Blind Guy for Directions

A 30,000-Mile Journey for Love, Confidence and a Sense of Belonging

This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Buy on BN.com Buy on Bookshop.org
*This page contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.
Send NetGalley books directly to your Kindle or Kindle app

1
To read on a Kindle or Kindle app, please add kindle@netgalley.com as an approved email address to receive files in your Amazon account. Click here for step-by-step instructions.
2
Also find your Kindle email address within your Amazon account, and enter it here.
Pub Date Nov 01 2022 | Archive Date Jan 04 2023
Baron Publishing | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members' Titles

Talking about this book? Use #DontAsktheBlindGuyforDirections #NetGalley. More hashtag tips!


Description

 After a diagnosis of a degenerative eye disease, John Samuel’s life—and his chance at success—started to vanish.

In a world systemically unequipped for accessibility, disability inclusion is often left out of conversations about diversity. For people with disabilities, it can feel impossible to adapt and thrive when you’re already set up for failure.

A more accessible world is possible—when we see the amazing opportunities in our differences.

From traveling the world and hiking mountains to finding love and raising a family, Don't Ask the Blind Guy for Directions shares Ablr CEO and cofounder John Samuel’s inspirational journey against his inevitable blindness as he searched for acceptance. A powerful story for both professionals with disabilities and individuals working to create an inclusive culture at any organization, this memoir will empower you to accept yourself and others, break down barriers, and rebuild a world where everyone belongs.

You’ll discover
• A heartfelt, insightful perspective of someone who is visually impaired and his day-to-day challenges.
• How to embrace your diagnosis or disability as an advantage for achieving your dreams.
• The incredible value those with disabilities can bring to organizations, no matter the business or industry.
• How anyone can be an ally and help remove organizational, digital, and performance barriers in the workplace.
• How to plan and implement a disability inclusion strategy within your company.

Embracing disabilities can lead to the greatest triumphs. Get Don't Ask the Blind Guy for Directions and start seeing acceptance as a powerful resource for change.

 After a diagnosis of a degenerative eye disease, John Samuel’s life—and his chance at success—started to vanish.

In a world systemically unequipped for accessibility, disability inclusion is often...


Advance Praise

“John Samuel’s incredible journey shared through his book, Don’t Ask the Blind Guy for Directions, has key mile markers that you need to bring into your journey so that you too can find valuable insights. Life's great promise is about removing obstacles and John's story is a remarkable blueprint for everyone.”
–Chris Heivly, Mapquest Cofounder and Author of Build the Fort

“John Samuel’s incredible journey shared through his book, Don’t Ask the Blind Guy for Directions, has key mile markers that you need to bring into your journey so that you too can find valuable...


Available Editions

EDITION Paperback
ISBN 9798986677200
PRICE $15.99 (USD)

Available on NetGalley

NetGalley Shelf App (EPUB)
Send to Kindle (EPUB)
Download (EPUB)

Average rating from 14 members


Featured Reviews

"Don't Ask the Blind Guy for Directions" written by John Samuel 📚 5 ⭐️

Imagine this - It is getting late and it's dark outside... thump... you just walked into the dust bin... thump.. another dust bin! The truth is that it is not even that dark outside, the truth is that you are losing your eyesight and within one year you are going to be completely blind!
A challenging life twist what one might give in but not John, giving up was not an option. Embracing his disability brought strength, new ideas that help others and strong sincere friendships.
I enjoyed reading John Samuel's life story and found it very encouraging and who knows, I might climb Kilimanjaro mountain too someday - yes, he did that too! A real inspiration!

Big thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC opportunity!

Was this review helpful?

Readers who liked this book also liked: