at the moment i work in an office, and i keep making mistakes in my work due to my dyslexia.
i find it hard to keep up with the others, and feel that i am getting looked down upon.
i just keep my head down and try my best.
i'm just frustrated....any tips?
i need the day job, while i keep my artistic dream firing in the background....
2007-09-07 01:16:18 · 13 answers · asked by notmyrealname 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Make sure your supervisor knows your problems are not through laziness or lack of attention to quality but due to your medical condition. That's paramount.
Next, identify the aspects of the job you do as well as anybody. Surely there are some that your dyslexia makes a huge chore and others that come more easily, right? See if there's any way more of the easy-for-you tasks can be assigned to you.
I agree, if you're pursuing an artistic dream by night, keeping the day job is crucial.
2007-09-07 01:23:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
People with disabilities are protected against discrimination; if you have a heart to heart talk with your boss and explain your situation, you will be much better off in the long run. Instead of being viewed as lazy or careless, your boss will know your mistakes are due to a disability you cannot help. He/she may even help you by assigning work where your dyslexia will not be such a big issue.
2007-09-07 01:26:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anomaly 17 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Just try to relax, slow down a bit, take a deep breath. You might be causing the condition to be worse if you stress. Just take it easy and remember, when you are nervous, actually, when anyone is nervous in a job, dyslexia can set in! It happened to me a few times when I was stressed and nervous, and I am not dyslexic. I hope this helps!
2007-09-07 01:54:47 · answer #3 · answered by zaytox0724 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Does your employer know, they should be understanding and help you. As for feeling like you cant keep up, well you will deal with things differently but it doesn't mean you wont get the same end result as your colleagues. I'm sure no one is looking down on you, if they do it is their problem. Best advise is to keep your head down if your not sure of anything ask, because im sure they would prefer you to check with them beforehand. I am not particularly the quickest worker but i keep my head down always look busy and if not sure i always check or refer back to my notes. Chin up chuck this shouldnt effect you keeping your job as long as your employer is aware of your Dyslexia.
2007-09-07 01:29:17 · answer #4 · answered by corrinab2705 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is always best to let your employer know that you are dyslexic, as if they are aware of your needs, they will put less pressure on you.
I'm also dyslexic and I only got diagnosed early this year when I started university. I've lived with it for years and I was aware that my performance was not up to speed to everyone when in class and in the work place.
So you just have to tell yourself that you are doing your best and don't let anyone pressure you, as it will only lead to confusion.
2007-09-07 03:43:21 · answer #5 · answered by soraya 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most important thing is to relax, and do let supervisors know if you are having an abnormally difficult time for any reason. The laws are there to protect all who need them.
--That Cheeky Lad
2007-09-09 00:27:53 · answer #6 · answered by Charles-CeeJay_UK_ USA/CheekyLad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
firstly you have to be honest about this and speak to your supervisor/employer remember that any information passed from you to an employer must be treated as confidential,most workplaces now have schemes and courses designed to assist people with dyslexia and other learning difficulties and if your employer is on the ball he will be able to help you with this
please do not feel embarrassed in any way about this because you are not alone in this more people than you think have the same difficulty.
2007-09-07 01:28:15 · answer #7 · answered by bellyfatpig 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have a disability. You are entitled to job accommodations to help you do your job under the law. Contact your local rehabilitation office and tell them you are at risk of losing your job due to your disability and need help to know what job accommodations would help you.
2007-09-07 01:39:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My boss is dyslexic. He told me about it right from the beginning and neither of us think about it anymore. I often proof read his letters (because spell checks don't pick up on wrong words, only wrongly spelt words), and we are both comfortable when something humorous arises because of it.
My advice is be open about it. I know that's easy for me to say but lets face it...if anyone criticises you for it, they would be the inadequates, not you!
2007-09-07 01:25:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried seeking help from DNA (National Dyslexic Society)
2007-09-07 09:44:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋