It may be easier for the dyslexic adult to speak than to write. For people who have word-retrieval difficulties, grapho-motor weaknesses, or problems putting their ideas onto paper, using a speech recognition program may help with this process.  Some examples of this software include Dragon Naturally Speaking and Dragon Dictate. Using this software, you can dictate emails, craft essays, or surf the internet using voice commands. Many electronic readers (e-readers) now contain the option for text-to-speech and audio books, and many publishers include text-to-speech options when they sell a digital book. The three main digital platforms for text-to-speech options are tablet computers: the Kindle Fire HDX, the iPad, and Nexus 7.  The Kindle Fire HDX has a feature called Immersion Reading, which syncs highlighted Kindle text with professionally narrated audio from Audible. Nexus 7 allows for multiple settings for different users, which could prove useful if you share a tablet with other family members. There are a wide variety of apps available to help support dyslexic learners of any age. There are text-to-speech apps, such as Blio, Read2Go, Prizmo, Speak It! Text to Speech, and Talk to Me. Flipboard, and Dragon Go are search options which rely on voice command, allowing the user to bypass printed text. Reminder apps, such as Textminder or VoCal XL, will schedule text reminders of calendar listings, classes, meetings, medications, etc.

Summary: Use speech-to-text software. Use text-to-speech feature. Get familiar with apps.


If you're using an electric griddle, unplug it. Let the electric or traditional griddle cool completely before you wash and store it. Avoid letting food sit on the griddle for long or it may harden and be difficult to remove. Wash the griddle with soapy water after you've cooked on it. Since griddles are a flat, even surface, you want them to remain level. Avoid doing things that could shock or warp the griddle. For example, never place a hot griddle into cold water. It's always best to wash your griddle by hand since dishwashing soap may damage the surface of your griddle. Some griddles can't be washed in the dishwasher at all, so read the manufacturer's instructions that came with your griddle. To avoid damaging the griddle's surface, clean the griddle with a soft cloth, sponge, or non-metal cleaning pad. You shouldn't use anything that could scratch the griddle. For example, avoid using steel wool or metallic scrubbies. If you don't want the griddle taking up valuable counter space, store it in a place where it will still be easy to get to. If you store it in a cupboard or drawer, don't place other kitchen equipment on top of it. Covering the griddle could scratch the surface or just make it less likely that you'll dig it out to use it regularly. If you want to leave the griddle out on the counter, ensure that you have plenty of space and it won't be in the way. If you accidentally scour or remove the initial seasoning from your traditional griddle, you'll need to season it again. Ensure that the griddle is completely clean and dry. Wipe it with a little cooking oil and rub a soft cloth over the surface to remove any excess oil. You shouldn't need to re-season the electric griddle since they're usually coated in a non-stick surface.

Summary: Unplug and cool the griddle. Clean the griddle after each use. Use gentle cleansers on the griddle. Store the griddle in an easy to access place. Re-season the traditional griddle as needed.


Creating an eye-catching advertisement is key to success.  You want potential clients to be drawn to your business for a variety of reasons.  Be thorough and include all pertinent details.  What services you offer is critical.  If you are willing to weed-eat, edge, spread mulch, or do something else related to lawn maintenance, you could possibly make a lot more money. Include all contact information.  Your name, company name, email, and phone number are bare minimums. Pricing will be the focus for most potential customers.  Include your pricing information based on the criteria you select.  Whether it is one price for all yards, priced by square foot, or based on appraisal, be sure to be very specific. Cover the most possible area.  Ensuring every potential customer sees your advertisement is crucial.  Put your flyers in a variety of locations.  Stuff mailboxes.  You may encounter a person on the day they feel their weakest, and most unable to juggle all their responsibilities.  They might just pay you to lessen the load. Car windows are a perfect spot for flyers.  Pick up the windshield wiper, pop down your flyer so the driver sees it, and put the wiper down.  You can cover a diverse audience easily because you don’t know the car owners! Bulletin boards are a great location.  Try laundry mats, libraries, local businesses, grocery stores, the post office, anywhere that will let you put your ad up. Put them on doorsteps.  Better yet, knock on doors and deliver them by hand.  Face to face meetings may benefit your efforts since they'll get to see you personally. This is a cheap but effective way to get your name out there.  It does, however, come with a small fee.  Most newspaper companies charge by the word, so choose words carefully.  Minimize the number of words/letters for price, but don't exclude so much as to make the ad ineffective.  At the very least, include the name of your business name, the logo, the type of services offered, contact information, and your website, if applicable. School and sport affiliations run deep.  Having your sign along the baseline or the outfield fence reaches a new segment of the market, and shows support for the local community.  Someone may just want to support a business with similar interests or alma mater. Targeting a localized audience may help you reach and cover an entire area more thoroughly.  Let the familiarity of a known newsletter be your trusted voice. Start off with a simple sign placed in a freshly mowed lawn to display your great work.  Since the eyes viewing these ads are moving, the lawn signs may need to be more visually appealing than other ads.  An expanded, colored logo would be a great modification, but at the very least the company name and contact information needs to be included.  As you expand, perhaps you'd be willing to offer a free cut in exchange for ad placement in other yards. You will want to focus on ad length, style, and content.  Tailor it to the local market you'd like to target.  Make it informative and memorable.  Include a catchy slogan or jingle that's simple and positive, Make your lawn look sharp by dawn, trust your business to "Lawns by John".  Sell your services as a distinctive solution to a problem.  Is your Bermuda grass growing too fast?  Does it touch your knees?  Call "Lion Lawns" to tame your grass.  Get a testimonial from a satisfied customer.  I used "A+ Lawn Care" and my grass has never been better!
Summary: Make an ad/flyer. Put ads in the local newspaper. Sponsor a local school, sports team, or athlete. Use a local or homeowner association (HOA) newsletter. Place lawn signs. Try a radio or television advertisement.