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Inner Wonder Ep30: Neurodiversity Need Empathy with Negotiations Expert Eleni Maria Kalafati
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Hi thinkers, today we welcome on the Inner wonder negotiation strategist and educator Eleni Maria Kalafati, an economist trained passionate about adult learning and neurodiversity. Eleni shares that she is a late-diagnosed high-functioning autistic woman, describing neurodiversity as an umbrella term that includes conditions such as dyslexia, ADHD, and autism, and explains how late diagnosis led to panic attacks, burnout, and years of misunderstanding. She discusses why accurate diagnosis helps people find effective coping mechanisms and why organizations should educate teams, create psychological safety, and provide individualized workplace accommodations to prevent burnout and retain loyal neurodivergent talent. Eleni advises parents to accept differences, seek guidance, and build safe spaces for children, and highlights empathy as a key skill for workplaces and negotiations.
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30 Jun 2026
Ep. 29: What My Ex-Manager Taught Me About Authenticity at Work | Jerry Daykin
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Hi thinkers, today we host Jerry Daykin, a media leader with 20+e years of experience. Jerry describes himself as a curious “explorer,” sharing how experimentation fuels learning. The conversation centers on authenticity and fun at work as drivers of engagement and productivity, distinguishing organized fun from manager-led and peer-led fun, and emphasizing that forced initiatives can backfire if inauthentic. Jerry argues great leadership is about building positive, inclusive team culture, empathy for different working styles, and creating psychological safety where people can be themselves, learn, and admit failures. He credits his husband, mother and dog, and cites Russell T. Davies’ “Queer as Folk” as a formative inspiration for values-led storytelling and influence through marketing.
20 Jan 2026
Inner Wonder Ep28: Is Winning Worth More Than Being Right? With Amrit Dhaliwal
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Join host Alex on The Inner Wonder Podcast as he converses with Amrit, an entrepreneur who has transformed his life and business through a relentless pursuit of growth and learning. Amrit shares his journey from being the son of immigrants to founding a successful homecare franchise. The discussion covers the importance of stepping out of comfort zones, the role of a supportive network, and how a growth mindset driven by continuous learning can lead to success. Amrit highlights the significance of honesty in leadership, surrounding oneself with the right people, and taking accountability. Tune in to hear about the pivotal relationships and strategies that have shaped Amrit’s successful journey.
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