This week I was on Dr Marianne Cintron from Step by Step Dyslexia Solutions Podcast. In the 17 minute episode we talk about my life with dyslexia, overcoming changes and the creation of this website.
Marianne program uses classical music to help dyslexia children to learn language. Have a look at her website to find out more.
https://www.stepbystepdyslexiasolutions.com/
I hope you enjoy,
Matt
Matt Bird, the Founder CEO of ‘PublishU,’ overcame early struggles in remedial English classes and the belief that he was unintelligent. It wasn’t until his 20s, with his mother’s suggestion, that he discovered he might be dyslexic. This revelation explained the difficulties he faced during his school years. Matt transformed his life by becoming a successful author, with 20 books to his name, winning Book of the Year awards, and contributing to publications like The Times.
He now coaches more than 100 individuals annually to fulfill their dream of becoming authors and publishes over 50 books a year. Matt’s motto is that anyone can write a book. Additionally, he founded the global foundation NAYBA, which supports churches worldwide in promoting neighborly love. In this podcast episode, Matt Bird discusses his journey from feeling unintelligent to discovering his dyslexia and shares insights on writing a book. Key topics include growing up with self-doubt, discovering dyslexia in his 20s, his journey to becoming an author, and his mission to help others achieve their book-writing dreams.
Entrepreneur and author Jamie Waller believes that early support is crucial for people with dyslexia, impacting whether they achieve success or fall into adversity. Dyslexia affects 35% of entrepreneurs and up to 50% of prisoners, highlighting the narrow path between success and failure for many. Jamie, author of *The Dyslexic Edge*, shares his story of overcoming a challenging childhood in London, where his teachers gave up on him. With the help of a supportive mother and joining the Imps Motorcycle Display team, Jamie found his way to entrepreneurship, becoming a multimillionaire by his twenties. His book explores how dyslexia can be a strength, showcasing interviews with successful dyslexics like Sir Richard Branson, Theo Paphitis, and Kelly Hoppen. Jamie aims to shift perceptions, demonstrating how dyslexic thinking can offer a distinct advantage in life and business.
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