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πŸ’‘ Should I Disclose My Dyslexia?

Plus: How To Talk To Children About Dyslexia

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Welcome, Lexic Minds Community!

In this edition, we've got a lineup you won't want to miss:

  • Blog of the week: Should I tell my boss I have dyslexia?

  • Spotlight of the week: Sir Richard Branson. Discover how dyslexia helped shape the journey of this entrepreneurial legend.

  • Poll: Do you know how many people in the US have dyslexia?

  • Tools & Tips: Using immersive reader in Microsoft Word.

  • Featured Clips:

    • For Professionals:  Why dyslexia might just be a superpower.

    • For Parents: How to talk to children about dyslexia.

  • Podcast: What is dyslexia? And how do our brains read?

Blog: Should I Tell My Boss I Have Dyslexia?

An infographic about Dyslexia at work

Why read me: 

  • Reasons why opening up could improve your work experience and speed your career growth

  • Legitimate considerations to be aware of when disclosing your Dyslexia to your employer

  • A guide on how to actually have that conversation, including tips on what to say

πŸ’‘ Tip Box: β€œYour self-knowledge is your superpower - wield it wisely.”

Spotlight: Sr. Richard Branson

A unique #lexicmind is Sir Richard Branson, the powerhouse entrepreneur from Britain, born in 1950. If you haven't heard of him yet, he is a true legend in the business world, creating an empire of over 400 companies with Virgin Group.

πŸ† Great Achievements:

  • Virgin Records. Ever heard of it? Of course, you have! It's one of the top dogs in the global record industry, all thanks to Branson's genius.

  • He's not stopping there! Virgin Galactic, his latest venture, aims to make space tourism a reality for everyone. 

An example to follow after for entrepreneurs! Are you one?

Source: Virgin.com

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Trivia

Do you know how many people in the US are Dyslexic?

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Tools and Tips

How to use an immersive reader in Microsoft Word

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We reviewed Microsoft Word’s Immersive Reader to see how it stacks up for enhancing your reading experience. Here's a rundown of the standout features and a few areas where it falls short.

Pros βž•

  • Seamless Access: Get started with Immersive Reader in just a few clicks.

  • Tailor Your Experience: Customize everything from page color to text spacing and column width to match your reading preferences.

  • Listen as You Read: Enjoy the built-in read-aloud feature for a hands-free reading experience.

Cons βž–

  • Text Spacing Quirk: The increased spacing can make the font appear stretched, needing some adjustment.

  • Interrupted Read-Aloud: The read-aloud feature stops if you minimize the window or switch to another tool.

  • Highlighting Distraction: Each word is highlighted as it's read aloud, which can be distracting.

For Professionals
Why dyslexia might just be a SUPERPOWER

For Parents
How to talk to children about dyslexia

Podcast

What is dyslexia? And how do our brains read?

Mind Bites

Dyslexia: Disability or Different Ability? Aliah Banchik |TEDx Tulane

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