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Adult dyslexia at work: honest stories and practical ideas

Work can bring out the best parts of a dyslexic brain and expose every difficult edge at the same time. I have gathered the conversations I wish I had when I was trying to understand why some parts of work felt natural and others took so much energy.

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Podcast episodes about adult dyslexia at work: honest stories and practical ideas.

These episodes are personal, practical and made for real life. Start with the question that feels closest to what you are dealing with today.

Adult man at a desk visualising colourful connected ideas while managing workplace tasks

Podcast episode · 27 April 2026

Adult Dyslexia at Work: Why It Is More Than Reading and Writing

Natalie Brooks joins me to talk honestly about adult dyslexia at work, confidence, mistakes, strengths, entrepreneurship and why reading and writing are only part of the picture.

I’m Unemployable

Podcast episode · 14 April 2026

I’m Unemployable

Ever feel like once you dip your toe into the world of business, there’s no going back? For those of us who are dyslexic, our creative thinking often makes us crave something more than just a standard job. We want to be in charge, do things differently, and be proud of our unique approach. In

To fix a career.. or to find another.. that is the question

Podcast episode · 14 April 2026

To Fix A Career.. Or To Find Another.. That Is The Question

Ever feel like dyslexia is the big obstacle holding you back at work? You’re not alone. This podcast episode explores whether “fixing” dyslexia is necessary or if something else might be going on. It’s an eye-opener if you’ve ever wondered how to handle those challenges in your job or whether telling your boss about dyslexia

Adult man looking at a colourful visual map of the many tasks involved in starting a business.

Podcast episode · 25 May 2026

Solving Business Problems Without Burning Out When Your Brain Wants to Do Everything

Building a business can look simple from the outside, until the admin, decisions and delays pile up. Here is how I’m thinking about business problems without burning out.

The new economy

Podcast episode · 14 April 2026

The New Economy

Ever wondered where your job might be in five years? This episode throws open the door on remote work, the evolving landscape of employment, and some of the more unexpected changes that could be coming. There’s plenty of food for thought if you’ve been juggling new work setups or thinking about future career paths. We

Colourful illustration of an adult man planning a product launch while managing many moving parts.

Podcast episode · 1 June 2026

What I Learned Manufacturing a Product With ADHD and Dyslexia

I share what surprised me while taking a sleep supplement from idea to manufacturing, including delays, shifting plans, finding operational support and keeping hold of the bigger why.

An adult man and child turning a design idea into a colourful printed gift using a laptop.

Podcast episode · 11 May 2026

How AI Is Changing Small Business for Dyslexic Entrepreneurs

I’m seeing AI change what small businesses can build, how many people they need, and which skills matter most. Here’s how I’m thinking about it as a dyslexic entrepreneur.

Adult man using visual ideas to explore AI amid controlled creative chaos

Podcast episode · 4 May 2026

3 AI Must Knows for Dyslexic and ADHD Entrepreneurs

AI is moving quickly, but not always in the way the loudest commentators suggest. I share three things I think dyslexic and ADHD entrepreneurs need to understand, from the real pace of change to using AI as part of your team without frying your brain.

Dyslexic Burnout - How to deal with it

Podcast episode · 14 April 2026

Dyslexic Burnout – How To Deal With It

Feeling absolutely drained by life’s demands? You’re not alone. We’ve all hit that point where everything feels like hard work and our mind refuses to co-operate. On the latest episode of the “Truth About Dyslexia” podcast (player above), we explored dyslexic burnout and why it can be such a challenge for entrepreneurs and parents. It’s

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Help for Dyslexic Entrepreneurs: A Practical Guide for Brains That Don’t Fit the Box

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