Dyslexia Explored

#152 The Dyslexic Investor, Edward Keelan, on Dyslexic Stereotype, Problem-solving and Family Support


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In this episode of The Dyslexia Explored Podcast, host Darius Namdaran sits down with Edward Keelan, a partner at Octopus Ventures. Edward opens up about his early diagnosis with dyslexia and how he navigated the challenges in both education and his tech career. From organizing charity fundraisers to landing pivotal roles at Rolls Royce and becoming the first employee at a promising startup, Edward's story highlights the power of perseverance, unique problem-solving skills, and the critical support of family and mentors. This inspiring conversation sheds light on the misconceptions about dyslexia and champions the distinctive strengths it can offer in high-stakes business environments.

This podcast is sponsored by: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ 


  • Martina-at.com: https://www.martina-at.com/ 
  • The Dyslexic Edge: https://www.sdsquared.org/ 
  • Octopus Ventures: https://octopusventures.com/ 
  • Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/edward-keelan-b241211
  • Blog: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7160533274828660736/ 
  • Website: https://octopusinvestments.com/ 
  • Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/
  • Dyslexia at Work: www.ivvi.app
  • Bulletmap Academy Page: https://bulletmapacademy.com
  • Show notes: https://bulletmapacademy.com/blog/152/
  • Interested in being a guest? Email us at [email protected]

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