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What job doesn't require reading ability? (lemmy.world)

submitted 10 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hypothetically, if a colleague has repeatedly demonstrated the utter lack of reading comprehension skills (like pulling the same door labelled "push" for the hundredth time), what job could one suggest for them where this "disability" wouldn't be detrimental?

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[–] [email protected] 10 points 10 months ago (3 children)

Driver (delivery,

So that's why my food delivery person never understands how to get into my building even though there are very detailed instructions.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

Or what is said there on that street sign

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago (1 children)

My father is barely literate and has been a trucker for over 30 years.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 10 months ago

Trucker is fine.

Working as a food delivery driver for like uber eats or like wise then you need to be able to read the delivery instructions.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

I expect it is more "can't be stuffed" than "can't work it out" but sure, that too.