Sport and peak performance

For decades, Dyslexic Thinking has been responsible for some of our greatest inventions, brands, art and even icons.

From the iPhone to Virgin. DreamWorks to Muhammad Ali.

Yet, this kind of thinking has rarely been taught, measured or treasured by traditional education systems or workplaces.

But now, as we enter the 5th Industrial Revolution – a world powered by human intelligence AND machines – the demand for this creative, innovative and adaptable thinking has never been greater.

   Welcome to DyslexicU, the University of Dyslexic Thinking

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Watch this video, in which Kate Griggs welcomes you to DyslexicU, the University of Dyslexic Thinking, a new school of thought where you can learn the intelligence the world needs now.

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KATE GRIGGS

Welcome to DyslexicU, the University of Dyslexic Thinking, a new school of thought where you can learn the intelligence the world needs now.

For decades, Dyslexic Thinking has been responsible for some of our greatest inventions, brands, art, and even icons. From the iPhone to Virgin, DreamWorks to Muhammad Ali. Yet this kind of thinking has rarely been taught, measured, or treasured by traditional education systems or workplaces.

But now as we enter the 5th Industrial Revolution, a world powered by human intelligence and machines, the demand for this creative, innovative, and adaptable thinking has never been greater. Just as previous industrial revolutions, fuelled by steam power or electricity or computers and digital connectivity, transformed our world, modern day artificial intelligence is revolutionising the type of thinking that is critical for success today.

Because AI has learned to aggregate and recall knowledge faster and better than humans, making the skills that AI cannot easily replicate like problem solving, innovation, lateral thinking and interpersonal skills, the most sought-after skills in every job, in every sector worldwide. And these skills are inherent to one particular group of people... dyslexics.

Now is the time for dyslexics to learn more about their Dyslexic Thinking skills and to shout about them. And it's time for non-dyslexics to learn more about Dyslexic Thinking skills and develop them. Because these are the skills needed to thrive in this new AI powered world. DyslexicU is here to help everyone to do just that.

In this course, I explain Dyslexic Thinking and the vital role it plays in sport and unlocking peak performance. During the course, I'm joined by unstoppable sports stars who explain why their Dyslexic Thinking is so valuable and how it gives them an edge in each of their fields. Alongside the film content you will find lots of links to useful resources to help you unlock your own peak performance.

This course on sport and peak performance is proudly supported by the Muhammad Ali Center, who are dedicated to mobilising Muhammad's legacy to helping every person achieve their greatness. Let's jump straight in and hear from their incredible president and CEO, DeVone Halt.

DEVONE HALT

What does it take to be the greatest? Skill, speed, determination? For Muhammad, it was all about belief. Believing that you were capable of whatever you put your mind to and having the conviction to follow it through. I mean, this was a man who said he was the greatest even before he was.

Muhammad was confident about everything he did. He never questioned himself, he just believed he could do it. And that laid the foundation for everything he achieved both inside and outside the boxing ring. He said, ‘It's the repetition of affirmations that lead to belief. And once those beliefs become a deep conviction, things begin to happen.’ And as the first fighter to win three World Heavyweight Championships on three separate occasions, as well as an Olympic gold medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, he really did become the greatest.

Our mission at the Muhammad Ali Center is to inspire greatness and to strive to unlock it in every child and every adult. And that's exactly what this course will help you do too. Whether you're a Dyslexic Thinker yourself or you're coaching a dyslexic at home, at work or in life, I hope this course will help you find ways to unlock your greatness and go on to do things you never thought possible. Thanks for taking it.

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In this course, you’ll find out why Dyslexic Thinking is now recognised as a valuable set of skills.