Self-Help from Lit Synergies Ltd.
Supporting Dyslexia
Top tips to support dyslexic professionals
Text-to-Speech
Big Tasks Into Small Steps
Big Tasks Into Small Steps
- Dyslexia can make reading and writing more time-consuming or tiring.
- Text-to-speech helps you understand written information.
- Dictation tools turn your spoken words into text.
- And speech-to-text tools can be equally beneficial.
Big Tasks Into Small Steps
Big Tasks Into Small Steps
Big Tasks Into Small Steps
- Large or unclear tasks can be overwhelming.
- Breaking work into clear, simple steps reduces overload.
- It supports memory.
- It makes it easier to plan and complete your work.
Colour Code Information
Big Tasks Into Small Steps
Re-read Important Texts Aloud
- Dyslexic individuals often have strong visual thinking.
- Colour coding emails, tasks, and files helps you see patterns.
- Find things faster.
- Reduce the effort of remembering everything.
Re-read Important Texts Aloud
Re-read Important Texts Aloud
Re-read Important Texts Aloud
- Dyslexia can affect spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.
- Reading aloud or using text-to-speech lets you catch mistakes that might be missed.
- It also helps your work sound natural.
Use Visuals Wherever You Can
Re-read Important Texts Aloud
Use Visuals Wherever You Can
- Many dyslexic people process visuals better than written text.
- Mind maps, diagrams, and bullet points can be easier to follow and recall than long paragraphs of writing.
Give Yourself Time
Re-read Important Texts Aloud
Use Visuals Wherever You Can
- Dyslexia often affects processing speed, especially for reading and writing.
- Planning ahead and allowing extra time helps reduce stress.
- Give yourself space to do your best work without rushing.
Clarify Instructions
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts
- Verbal or written instructions can be misheard or misunderstood.
- Asking for clarification helps ensure you fully understand your tasks.
- It also shows you’re committed to getting it right.
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts
- Certain fonts and text layouts are easier on the eyes and brain for dyslexic readers.
- Clear, spaced-out fonts like Arial or OpenDyslexic reduce visual stress and make it easier to focus.
Saying Key Points Out Loud
Saying Key Points Out Loud
Saying Key Points Out Loud
- Dyslexic professionals often learn better through sound and than reading.
- Rehearsing ideas out loud helps with memory.
- It will improve your confidence.
- It increases fluency for meetings or presentations.
Find Your Ally at Work
Saying Key Points Out Loud
Saying Key Points Out Loud
- Dyslexia can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation or low confidence.
- Having a trusted person to check in with makes it easier to ask for support.
- They are someone to share wins with.
- And someone to advocate for what you need to thrive.
I didn’t succeed despite my dyslexia, but because of it. It wasn’t my deficit, but my advantage... Although there are neurological trade-offs that require that I work creatively... I would never wish to be any other way than my awesome self. I love being me, regardless of the early challenges I had.
Scott Sonnon, martial arts world champion and author