The Dyslexia Life Hacks Show Matthew Head

One really under appreciated dyslexic strength is the ability to absorb information quickly and explain complex topics in a way that is engaging and easy to understand! 
It is the very specific dyslexia skill set which propelled our guest in this episode, Stephen Martin, to become a highly successful entrepreneur. 
Growing up in New Zealand, where the school system did not recognise dyslexia, Stephen's dyslexia wasn't picked up until his family moved to Saudi Arabia and continued his education in a British school. 
In this fascinating conversation with our host Matthew Head, Stephen tells us how he leveraged his ability to absorb information quickly and be able to teach it to others in the form of an engaging narrative, turning complex topics into an easy to understand format which started his entrepreneur journey.
Stephen also acknowledges the people in his life who have supported him. His biggest supporter being his mum who, upon finding out Stephen had dyslexia, became an overnight expert in dyslexia to make sure Stephen got all the support he would need in life. 
Stephen not only has his own marketing business, but also runs a dyslexia online community with its own podcast, Truth About Dyslexia. By Stephen's own admission, he needs just a little too much to do to feel comfortable and motivated which he believes he owes to his dyslexia and ADHD!
This is a great episode not to be missed!
Key Topics:
Absorbing information quickly,Leveraging narrative reasoning, Life as an entrepreneur, andBeing just a little bit too busy to feel comfortable and stay motivated,Links to Stephen work -
Truth About Dyslexia - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/Truth About Dyslexia Podcast - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/adult-dyslexia-podcast/Virtual Innovation-  https://virtualinnovation.co.nz/irtualTruth About Dyslexia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6eO96kabO3y66aUeaEKbIg Truth About Dyslexia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthaboutdyslexia/ Truth About Dyslexia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetruthaboutdyslexia/ Truth About Dyslexia Quiz: https://form.jotform.co/80858341883871-
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Ever wondered how dyslexia is seen in different cultures and other countries? Do all countries assess dyslexia in the same way?
Well.. in this episode, our guest, Dr Martin Bloomfiled reveals the answer to these questions, and it's not what you might think! 
Martin breaks the mould of what many might consider ‘dyslexic’. Like most children with dyslexia, Martin was branded ‘lazy’ and ‘class clown’ by his teachers. Now, having achieved a Doctorate in Philosophy, and being an active advocate for people with dyslexia, no one can say Martin is ‘lazy’! Martin is the person to speak to when you want to know what dyslexia across the world and in different cultures is like!
In this fascinating conversation with our host Matthew, Martin discusses a broad range of topics, from what school life was like, finding out at 30 you have dyslexia, navigating dyslexia with varying different strategies, different types of dyslexia, and what it’s like to achieve a Doctorate with dyslexia.
Being an active advocate for people with Dyslexia, Martin tells us about all of his work development resources for people with dyslexia, particularly creating a world map of all the dyslexic specialist schools on Google Earth!
This is a great episode not to be missed!
Key Topics:
Achieving a Doctorate,Finding you have dyslexia later in life, Different ways other countries/cultures assess and see Dyslexia, andFinding new strategies to navigate the challenges of dyslexia,Links to Martins work:
Dyslexia Compass - https://dyslexiacompass.eu/Dyslexia Bytes YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DyslexiaBytesDyslexia Bytes Website - https://dyslexiabytes.org/Dyslexia Maps - https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/viewer?mid=1PiCs2_O4LOnJw7eBqLZivmiZLwB1AJVb&ll=3.236577596599851%2C44.899282970601405&z=2 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-bloomfield-dyslexia-bytes/ -
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For more hacks tip and tricks for dyslexia and full show notes please visit Dyslexia Life Hacks.
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Sometimes, providing support to people with dyslexia can be indirect. 
What does this mean…?
Well, in this episode Matthew is joined by Mark Woodward from neurobox as he explains why the trend today is to support, coach and train those middle managers of organisations to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and understanding of what leading people with neurodiversity, such as dyslexia, looks like. 
When leading people with a neurodiversity, such as dyslexia, it is more than just understanding the legal requirements of an organisation, it’s about learning what support people with neurodiversity need and how to provide that support. Specifically, people with dyslexia think and work in different ways from those who are ‘neurotypical’ such as approaching problems from a novel or unique perspectives which are not obvious to others. 
Supportive leaders and managers go much further than just getting the best out of their neurodiverse team members. Leaders and managers who show understanding and willingness to learn more, make people with a neurodiversity like dyslexia feel supported, like they don’t have to hide away their challenges, and removes a lot of pressure. Furthermore, leaders and managers who remain curious remove a lot of pressure from themselves, demonstrating that you can work through challenges and seek the most out of the dyslexic strengths together.
Mark is a coach working with individuals, organisations, and managers to provide coaching and training to better support people with neurodiversities such as dyslexia. 
After a lifetime of working with neurodiversity, and more than 13 years of supporting others with neurodiversity - and disabilities - mark has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in supporting not just people but also teams, managers, and organisations. From helping design and deploy neurodiversity, disability and wider ED&I policies, through to working with individual managers and employees.
Spending time with many dyslexic people, Mark found that he also possessed many of the similar traits of dyslexia and often wonders and considers being formally diagnosed. Through the shared set of traits, Mark has found passion in working with neurodiverse people and specifically people with dyslexia which drives his commitment to supporting people. 
Visit:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markswoodward/
Website: https://neurobox.co.uk/ 
Key Topics:
Learning about dyslexia and other neurodiversities ,Coaching,Working with organisations to design ED&I policies, and Working with leaders and managers to learn about neurodiversity.-
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Having coached many of the fastest athletes to ever sit on a bike, our guest today Lee Povey built a reputation of being the best track cycling coach in the world.  
Imagine finding out at 50 years old you have dyslexia! Well, that is exactly what happened to Lee 
In this episode Lee shares his amazing story of how, growing up, he always excelled in areas such as Maths and Science but struggled to articulate that into written words. 
Having always suspected that there was something underlying to this, Lee undertook tests after tests online all pointing to dyslexia.
Finally, Lee had the answer to this missing piece from his whole life and suddenly a lot of the challenges Lee had been faced with in life made sense. 
It’s no surprise that Lee found sports and athletics as an outlet from an early age and later rose to high heights in sprint cycling competing in velodromes. 
In this episode, Lee tells us how his big picture thinking and empathy enabled Lee to support fellow cyclists in their development and was always seen as the person everyone can rely upon for support. This is what ultimately led Lee into Sports Coaching and then eventually Life Coaching really leading into the strengths that came with his dyslexia.
However, this was also what led to his downfall. After suffering from a very serious velodrome accident Lee discovered that, being the dependable support for everyone else, Lee didn’t know how to ask for help for himself and how to accept help.
This accident led Lee to discover more about himself and ultimately find ways of showing when he needs more support and learning to accept help. Lee has now set-up support networks for men in similar scenarios to help one-another in talking about mental health.
Like many people with dyslexia, Lee had learnt on his own self coping strategies to navigate the challenges with dyslexia he didn’t know he had. This grit and determination that came from self-dependency meant that it brought Lee great success and also great challenges. 
Lee is the guy you call in to transform growing companies into market leaders and world-beaters!
Find Lee at
www.linkedin.com/in/leepovey
www.mypcoaching.org
www.instagram.com/leepovey
You don’t want to miss this episode!
Key Topics:
Find you have dyslexia later in life,Finding coping strategies to navigate dyslexic challenges,Cycling Learning to ask for, and accept, help.-
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Welcome to the latest episode of The Dyslexia Life Hacks Show! In this episode Matt engages in a discussion with Edward Sabbagh the walk through journey through Edward's life in Brooklyn, his struggle with undiagnosed dyslexia, and turning it around to graduate college a year early.

Edward takes us through his formative years in Brooklyn. Starting off in a Jewish school without knowing about his dyslexia, he shares the immense challenges he faced, leading to a pivotal decision to transition to a special education school.

Edward shares his struggles with feelings of inadequacy, especially when compared to his seemingly more talented siblings. However, the revelation of his own unique strengths became a turning point in his life.

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unparalleled challenges to students worldwide, and Edward's college experience was no exception. Discovering the obstacles he encountered during remote learning and the sheer determination that enabled him to complete his college education a year ahead of schedule, this period also saw him successfully balancing a part-time job.

As a recent graduate, Edward now works in the management for a dental practice. 
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In this episode, host Matt sits down with Steve Parke, the founder of ParkeCore personal training. Parkecore aims to provide support and accountability for everyone's fitness goals, believing that accessibility is key. Join Matt and Steve as they dive into Steve's personal journey, discussing his upbringing, experiences with teasing, and the impact of dyslexia on his life.

Steve reflects on his upbringing in Leicester as a child of parents from the Windrush generation. He bravely shares the experiences of being teased during his school days, targeted for his skin colour, weight, and dyslexia. These challenges, though difficult to bear, shaped his determination to stand up against bullies and defend his beliefs.

A pivotal moment in Steve's life came during one transformative summer when he decided to change his body. This experience ignited a lifelong interest in training and fitness, eventually leading him to become part of the Leicester Tigers youth team. Steve also highlights how his dyslexia enhanced his understanding of the human body and anatomy, particularly when he immersed himself in a subject he deeply loved.

Drawing from his experience in sales-focused roles after his education, Steve gained valuable insights into non-verbal communication. He seamlessly transferred these skills into his personal training practice, enabling him to connect with clients on a deeper level.

Matt and Steve engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the intersection of dyslexia and fitness. Steve shares how his unique life skills, honed through personal experiences, shape his training style and empower his clients. Steve sheds light on the incorporation of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) into his training sessions. Through these techniques, Steve empowers his clients to overcome mental barriers, cultivate a positive mindset, and achieve their fitness goals.

Stay tuned until the end of the episode, where Steve reveals a practical nutrition tip specifically tailored for individuals with dyslexia. Discover how simple adjustments can make a significant impact on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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