%0 Journal Article
%T The Process and Experiences of Self
%A Deborah Ashley
%A Noreen M. Graf
%J Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin
%@ 1538-4853
%D 2018
%R 10.1177/0034355216687712
%X Self-employment and business ownership may provide viable options toward overcoming employment disparities for people with disabilities. This qualitative study explored the process and experience of self-employment among people with disabilities. An online survey yielded responses from 18 individuals who were engaged in various self-employment endeavors. The researchers identified three main categories: reasons for self-employment, the process of becoming self-employed, and the challenges encountered. The majority of participants revealed negative and/or unhelpful interactions with vocational rehabilitation counselors. In addition, this study solicited advice from participants for vocational rehabilitation counselors and other persons with disabilities contemplating self-employment. Finally, recommendations for vocational rehabilitation practice, business development training, and education are provided
%K self-employment
%K people with disabilities
%K vocational rehabilitation
%U https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0034355216687712