Sometimes it seems like those around the individual who should be supporting the process don't take it very seriously. I've had parents tell me that someone couldn't make it to an assessment because he was going to a movie. You can go to a movie any time. You can't do an assessment anytime. There also seems to be barriers relating to the person's general work behavior.
People often have problems showing up late or with hygiene problems.
One of the difficult parts of the job is that a lot of times the employers will come to me instead of going to the client with certain problems such as hygiene issues. Well, he needs to do that. I usually tell them that I'm here to help, but I always encourage them to also build that relationship with the individual. I also think it's more effective sometimes when it comes from the employer. It's definitely important that job coaches believe that they're working with someone who's very capable of carrying a job.