Adapted Dyslexia Checklist

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(Not all items may apply)

• Enjoys reading.

• Reads by gist (work out the meaning even though don't they understand all the words). Finds it takes more effort to read text-heavy books or articles.

• Can spell well and relies on visual memory for spelling.

• Prefers writing information in bullet points, without using extra words.

• Becomes blunt and to the point in writing or speaking when focusing on an idea or task.

• Spends more time and effort on written tasks.

• Thinks differently from colleagues.

• Grasps ideas and concepts more quickly and easily than colleagues.

• Struggles to easily and clearly articulate ideas and thoughts (especially in a group).

• Has a natural inclination to make processes more effective and efficient.

• Needs to understand the big picture of a task or project before knowing how to start it.

• Retains information easier when seeing it.

• Masks any struggles with retaining information, not understanding the big picture, writing, or reading tasks.

• Has an intuitive communication style.

• Prefers clear and explicit communication to avoid spending time trying to work out ‘what did they mean?’

• Has an ability to take complex concepts and information and simplify them.

• Often has a strong sense of justice and fairness.

• Skilled at identifying patterns and connections within the environment, among individuals and with information.

• Prefers autonomy in the workplace.