Innotainment Podcast

A LinkedIn Live conversation about the pivot, what's ending, and what's launching on 30 June 2026   Innotainment is closing, and Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik launches soon.   In this solo episode, Aga walks through the year of running Innotainment: the operational learning curve, the decision to track qualitative signal over download numbers, and the personal rebuilding that came with returning to work after maternity leave while managing ADHD. She breaks down the three shifts that led to the pivot, a reframing conversation with an HR leader, the response to personal episodes about neurodivergence, and an AI experiment that clarified what she didn't want to build, and the three-month process of naming the new show.   If you've ever sat with a pivot that felt bigger than it should, or wondered how to actually use qualitative data to make a decision, this one's for you.   What's covered Why Innotainment started, and why it's ending The three things Aga was juggling during Innotainment's first year (operational learning, resisting early optimisation, rebuilding professional identity) Why qualitative signal (messages, forwarded episodes, reactions) mattered more than download numbers, and what happened when she finally looked at the numbers The HR conversation that reframed who the work is for Why the personal episodes about ADHD and autism produced the strongest response, and the editorial line between sharing experience and doing therapy work The AI experiment, and why it confirmed Aga doesn't want to build content tied to the news cycle The three-month process of naming Brain Friendly Systems, including the name that almost stuck and why it didn't What this process can teach you about running your own pivot, using qualitative data, and staying in an experiment long enough to get a real signal Brain Friendly Systems launches 30 June Published on Tuesdays, a mix of solo episodes and guest conversations, focused on how late-diagnosed neurodivergent professionals, and people who suspect they might be but don't have a diagnosis, build working lives that actually fit how their brains work.   Episode 1, "Start Here: What Are Brain Friendly Systems," is already in production.   Links mentioned Suzanne Charlotte Voss - LinkedIn  ING Singapore innovation project  Rhianne Lovell-Boland - Linkedin / More talk media  Brain Friendly Systems on Spotify Brain Friendly Systems on Apple Podcasts:  Brain Friendly Systems on YouTube  Innotainment archive on Podbean  Aga's Integration Notes newsletter signup Follow Brain Friendly Systems Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Podbean Brain Friendly Systems is the continuation of the Innotainment Podcast. Past episodes remain available as archived history.

In this finale episode, Aga Gajownik is joined by Denise Shillito, founder of Purple Circle and former CHRO, to close out the season with the perspective of someone who has spent decades in the room where the decisions actually get made.   A conversation about what it actually takes to lead through AI transformation, and why the organisations getting it right are asking fundamentally different questions than everyone else.   Topics include: Why starting with the shiny tool instead of the real problem leads to failures in AI transformation The centaur and reverse centaur world and which one we're building towards Burnout as a systemic problem, not an individual one, and what leaders are getting wrong AI agents in the team: what guardrails, data ownership and psychological safety actually look like How IKEA and Unilever turned AI adoption into growth without defaulting to headcount cuts What a CHRO should do first when an AI rollout isn't working Psychological safety in practice: what it actually looks like for leaders who build it Why AI is not the answer for everything and how to know when it isn't   This episode is especially relevant for CHROs, CTOs and senior leaders navigating AI transformation, people leaders designing change programmes that actually stick, and anyone who has watched a well intentioned technology rollout quietly break a team.   This is the final episode of the Innotainment Podcast. Next week, it becomes something new.   Links mentioned in this episode: ⁠Denise Shillito⁠ — Founder, ⁠Purple Circle⁠ ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ – Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration ⁠⁠⁠⁠Innotainment podcast⁠⁠ –⁠ ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram⁠ ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain⁠

In this bonus episode, Aga Gajownik is joined by Karyen Chai, psychologist, lecturer and PhD candidate researching ADHD and sleep, for a conversation that sits underneath all the noise about tools and productivity.   Because what's rarely being asked is what rapid AI change is actually doing to us: to our thinking, our sense of value, our emotional regulation and our identity as professionals. Karyen brings a uniquely grounded perspective as someone who teaches students, sits with therapy clients and works inside organisations navigating AI transformation, all at once.   Together, they explore what happens when people stop trusting their own thinking, why AI anxiety is less about the technology and more about identity, and how to figure out when AI is genuinely helping versus quietly accelerating the overwhelm.   Topics include: Why students and professionals are losing trust in their own thinking, and what that means long term AI as supplement versus AI as outsourcing, and how to know the difference The double stress: AI raises expectations and creates more cleanup work at the same time How ADHD brains and AI interact, and why the combination can accelerate overwhelm What good thinking actually looks like in an AI-supported environment The one mindset shift that makes navigating all of this easier Digital minimalism, the analogue comeback and why Gen Z might be onto something This episode is especially relevant for leaders and managers trying to support teams through AI-driven change without burning people out, neurodivergent professionals whose brains interact with AI tools in ways that are not always helpful, anyone feeling the quiet anxiety of not keeping up, and students, educators and knowledge workers rethinking what their value actually is in an AI world.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Karyen Chai - Psychologist, Lecturer and PhD Candidate Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ -  ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this bonus episode, Aga Gajownik is joined by Victoria Weimark, AI and Data Transformation Director, to slow down and have an honest conversation about what AI transformation actually looks like on the ground for organisations, and the humans living through it.   A conversation that goes beyond hype and asks what we actually want from all of this, and whether we're designing for that.   Topics include: Why some organisations are treating AI as a solution without looking for a problem The real reasons AI proof of concepts fail: data, governance and people adoption Why AI transformation is 99 percent a human shift, not a technology rollout The quiet anxiety and cognitive overload building underneath the hype What leaders should actually be doing This episode is especially relevant for leaders and managers navigating AI adoption in their organisations, neurodivergent professionals feeling the cognitive overload of constant change, and anyone who wants a grounded, human-first perspective on what's really happening with AI right now.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: ⁠Victoria Wymark – AI and Data Transformation Director⁠  ⁠State of AI in business 2025 ⁠ ⁠Claude Mythos & Project Glasswing⁠ - A more critical lens  ⁠Anthropic's Project Glasswing⁠ - Straight from the source  Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ -  ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik sits down with Hazel Hua, a recent graduate, community builder and multi hyphenate young professional to explore what the job market actually looks like from the candidate's side.   Following the inclusive hiring conversation with Cara Norkett, Aga wanted to hear from someone living the experience right now. Hazel brings a sharp, honest perspective on what it takes to break into the workforce in 2025: the internship wars, the AI-shaped landscape, the five-round interview gauntlets and the deeper questions that ambitious young professionals are asking themselves before they even apply. Together, they unpack the gap between what organisations think motivates young talent and what actually keeps them engaged, why the prefrontal cortex matters more than most managers realise, and what both sides of the hiring table can do to make early careers less of a survival sport and more of a genuine starting point. Topics include: The "internship wars": why graduates are racking up five or six internships just to stay competitive How AI is eliminating entry-level roles and creating a catch-22 loop for young job seekers What Gen Z actually looks for in a role beyond salary The neuroscience of the early twenties, where the brain is still developing and what that means for careers Neuroplasticity, the Odyssey Years, and why your twenties are for building paths, not finding the perfect one What organisations get wrong about motivating young talent One piece of advice from each side of the table This episode is especially relevant for early career professionals navigating a competitive and fast-changing job market, managers and leaders working with Gen Z colleagues and graduates, founders and HR professionals designing graduate programmes or early career pathways, and anyone interested in brain-friendly approaches to talent development and retention.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   🔗 Links mentioned in this episode Hazel Hua - LinkedIn Singapore Health Connect - Community for healthcare, biotech and medtech professionals in Singapore ⁠Innotainment podcast⁠ - ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain  

In this episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik gets personal about what it means to be autistic in a world that didn't expect it, and what that reveals about how we work with, support and design for neurodivergent colleagues.   Drawing on over a decade of working with neurodivergent brains, her own late-identified autism, and emerging research that challenges how we understand neurodivergence altogether, Aga unpacks why labels are not strategies, why masking comes at a real cost, and why curiosity is the most underrated leadership skill in any brain-friendly workplace.   This conversation goes beyond awareness and offers a practical starting point for anyone who wants to move from knowing that neurodivergent colleagues exist in their team to actually doing something useful about it  without defaulting to assumptions, checklists or one-size-fits-all approaches.   Topics include: Why "you don't look autistic" says more about our assumptions than about the person in front of us The real cost of masking and why high-functioning people are often the least supported New research from Nature on why autism doesn't follow one fixed pattern across different people Why labels give us context but not strategy, and what to do instead Practical brain-friendly adjustments any team can experiment with immediately How retrospectives, structured agendas and flexible check-ins create workplaces that work for everyone What Autism Acceptance Day actually asks of us, beyond awareness This episode is especially relevant for leaders and managers with neurodivergent people in their teams, HR professionals and people leaders designing more inclusive workplaces, neurodivergent founders and professionals who have been told they don't "look" like their diagnosis, and anyone who has ever masked at work and felt the weight of it. Recorded for World Autism Acceptance Day. This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode Aga Gajownik – Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Polygenic and developmental profiles of autism differ by age at diagnosis - Nature.com ⁠Innotainment podcast⁠ – ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik sits down with Andy Skipper, founder of CTO Craft, to explore one of the most common and least discussed transitions in tech: what happens when your best engineer becomes a leader and nobody prepares them for it.   Andy brings a grounded, practitioner perspective built from his own experience as a first-time CTO and years of coaching senior technology leaders around the world. Together, they unpack why the skills that make someone brilliant at building things are often the very skills that trip them up when they step into leadership, how ego and identity shape the transition, and why leading in isolation is one of the fastest paths to burnout.   Discover: Why the move from individual contributor to CTO is one of the most under-supported transitions in tech The identity and ego shifts that come with seniority, and how to navigate them without burning out Stakeholder management, commercial awareness and translation skills that no one teaches you How to lead highly autonomous, highly intelligent people without micromanaging or losing yourself The difference between leading and managing, and why you can do one without the other Why isolation accelerates burnout and what finding your tribe actually looks like Whether you're a CTO, a founder building a tech team, or a leader who got promoted without a roadmap and is figuring it out as they go, this episode offers honest, experience-led insight into growing as a leader without losing yourself in the process.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Andy Skipper - Founder of CTO Craft (LinkedIn) CTO Craft - Community, events and resources for senior technology leaders ⁠Innotainment podcast⁠ - ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain  

In this episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik sits down with Cara Norkett, Talent Acquisition, Diversity & Inclusion Lead at Charles Taylor, to explore what inclusive hiring really looks like in today’s AI-influenced recruitment landscape.   Cara brings a grounded, practitioner perspective from inside medium-sized global organisations navigating talent shortages, generational shifts and rising expectations around flexibility and inclusion. Together, they unpack where bias still hides in recruitment processes, why “culture fit” may be holding teams back, and how small, practical adjustments can create hiring experiences that are more brain-friendly and more human.   From adapting interview formats to rethinking how we assess energy, enthusiasm and “fit,” this episode challenges traditional recruitment norms and asks a bigger question: if we say we value diversity, does our hiring process reflect it?   Discover: How structured, skills-based assessment reduces bias without losing the human element Why candidates care more about lived experience than polished employer branding Practical, cost-free interview adjustments that support neurodivergent and disabled candidates How inclusive hiring connects directly to creativity, innovation and business performance Why recruitment teams must be diversity advocates Whether you're a hiring manager, HR leader, founder or building your first team, this episode offers practical, real-world insight into designing recruitment processes that are fair, sustainable and aligned with the inclusive culture you claim to represent.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Cara Norkett - Talent Acquisition, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Charles Taylor: sg.linkedin.com/in/cara-norkett-talent-specialist Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ -  ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik is joined by Pei Ying Chua - Head Economist @ LinkedIn APAC to explore what really happens cognitively, emotionally, and logistically when mothers return to work.   Together, they unpack what is often left unnamed in professional settings: brain fog during breastfeeding, dopamine suppression, shifting identity, cognitive overload, and the invisible emotional labour of balancing caregiving with performance.   This conversation goes beyond productivity. It looks at the neurobiology of postpartum changes, the cognitive cost of constant micro-decisions, and what brain-friendly organisations can do to support sustainable performance for working parents.   Topics include: The neurological impact of breastfeeding on dopamine and focus Why "mum brain" is physiological, not incompetence Cognitive load, decision fatigue, and emotional labour Flexibility beyond location: workload pacing and quarterly structuring Why empathy is a core management skill Using AI to reduce mental logistics and cognitive strain Protecting focus time and reducing unnecessary micro-decisions The identity shift of returning as a "new version" of yourself This episode is especially relevant for mothers returning to work after maternity leave, managers supporting new parents, HR leaders designing flexible policies, organisations focused on retaining female talent, and anyone interested in brain-friendly workplaces and sustainable performance.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Pei Ying Chua - Head Economist @ LinkedIn APAC Innotainment podcast - Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form: Submit questions for future episodes Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ - Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this bonus episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik sits down with Jennifer Costigan, founder of The Parent Consultancy, to explore one of the most misunderstood profiles in education, parenting and the workplace: twice exceptionality. Twice exceptional, also known as 2E describes individuals who are gifted and at the same time navigating challenges like ADHD, autism, dyslexia or other learning differences. It's an uneven profile that schooling systems were never designed for, that workplaces rarely recognise, and that the people living it often spend decades trying to explain or hide. Jennifer has spent years working with 2E children and their families, helping them understand complex profiles that show up differently at school, at home and inside the child themselves. Together, she and Aga connect the dots between what this looks like in early life and what it becomes in high-performing adults. They cover masking, burnout, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the quiet exhaustion of always holding it together just long enough to collapse somewhere private. This conversation goes beyond awareness. It asks what changes when we finally stop trying to fix the person and start designing environments that actually fit the brain. Topics include: What twice exceptionality actually looks like and why it gets missed so often The cost of masking: how high-functioning people gaslight themselves into burnout Why the 2E profile falls through the gap between academic acceleration and learning support Emotional intensity, perfectionism and the social impact of an uneven profile What parents can do and what the system is getting wrong Co-regulation, body scans, repair and the tools that actually work for sensitive, intense brains How the same patterns show up in adults, leaders and high-performing teams Why strength-based approaches work better than pressure for children and organisations alike This episode is especially relevant for: Parents of gifted or neurodivergent children navigating school, behaviour and big emotions Adults who were the "smart one" growing up and are only now connecting the dots Leaders and managers working with high-performing, high-intensity team members Anyone who has ever been told they're so capable and felt completely alone in how hard everything actually was Links mentioned in this episode  - The Parent Consultancy - Jennifer Costigan on LinkedIn and Instagram - Learn more about your brain from an applied neuroscientist W/ Naomi glover  - Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration ⁠- Innotainment podcast⁠ - ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode, Aga Gajownik is joined by Dr Samantha Hiew, scientist, storyteller, and founder of ADHD Girls, to explore ADHD and Autism in women through the lenses of neuroscience, hormones, trauma, and workplace systems.   Together, they unpack what is often misunderstood or left unnamed: the cost of long-term masking, performance variability, nervous system overload, and why so many high-performing neurodivergent women burn out despite appearing "fine" on the surface.   This conversation goes beyond awareness. It looks at what is actually happening cognitively, neurologically, and psychologically in neurodivergent women, and what leaders can do to design genuinely brain-friendly organisations that support sustainable performance.   Topics include: Why masking and self-regulation are so energetically expensive Executive functioning, performance variability, and hormonal cycles Trauma, nervous system responses, and their impact on work and relationships Psychological safety, micromanagement, and cognitive load Energy-based productivity and regenerative leadership Practical, low-cost changes leaders can implement immediately This episode is especially relevant for AuDHD and neurodivergent women navigating work and leadership, managers and HR leaders who want inclusion to actually work, and anyone interested in brain-friendly organisations and sustainable performance.   Note: This episode includes reflective discussion of abusive relationships and trauma, explored in a professional and educational context.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Dr Samantha Hiew - Scientist, Storyteller, Founder of ADHD Girls ADHD Girls - social impact organisation supporting neurodivergent women Tip of the Iceberg (Amazon) Autism and ADHD in Women: DSM-5 Criteria via Scientific and Intersectional Lens Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ -  ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

ADHD at work is still one of the most misunderstood neurodivergent experiences especially in Singapore. We don’t talk about it enough.     So this week on Innotainment, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ is joined by ⁠Moonlake Lee⁠, founder of Unlocking ADHD, to unpack what ADHD really looks like in the workplace beyond stereotypes, labels, and “special treatment” myths.     In this episode, they explore: Why ADHD is often invisible, undiagnosed, and undisclosed at work How executive function challenges around time, overwhelm and emotional regulation show up in real teams Neurodivergent burnout, masking, and the hidden cost to organisations Why "ADHD-friendly" workplaces are actually just better-designed workplaces What leaders can start, stop, and redesign today, without lowering standards or overloading managers How to support ADHD employees without singling them out or creating reverse exclusion This conversation moves beyond awareness into practical, brain-friendly design. From communication and check-ins to psychological safety, body doubling, and strength-based work, this episode offers actionable insights for leaders, managers, and neurodivergent professionals alike.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: ⁠Moonlake Lee⁠ - Founder, Unlocking ADHD ⁠Unlocking ADHD⁠  ⁠Moonlake's LinkedIn Newsletter - ADHD Life & Musings⁠ ⁠VIA Character Strengths Survey⁠ ⁠Ep 19 - Workplace Disengagement with Naomi Glover⁠ ⁠Ep 21 - Trust and Teamwork with Brian Slattery⁠ ⁠Ep 22 - Corporate Benefits with Andrea Toh⁠ ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration ⁠Innotainment podcast⁠⁠ -⁠ ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes  Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram⁠ ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain⁠

In this solo episode of Innotainment, Aga Gajownik reflects on the first half of Season 2 and brings together the most important lessons from conversations with neuroscientists, HR leaders and organisational practitioners while sharing what’s ahead for 2026. What started as a short experiment turned into a deeper exploration of what it really takes to build brain-friendly organisations. Drawing on insights from guests including Naomi Glover, Larissa Murmann, Andrea Toh, Brian Slattery and Feng Ling Li, Aga unpacks the recurring patterns that kept surfacing across very different industries and leadership roles.   Discover: Why burnout is more often caused by friction, unclear expectations and emotional labour than workload How communication builds trust when it focuses on connection, not meetings Why psychological safety enables learning, innovation and honest feedback How micro-learning and small habits outperform long, high-stress training programs What leaders miss when they manage outputs but ignore cognitive load and nervous systems Why brain-friendly leadership is ultimately human-friendly leadership Aga also shares personal reflections on leadership, self-regulation and the invisible emotional labour many managers carry, and outlines what's coming next as Season 2 moves into a deeper dive on neurodiversity at work.   Whether you're a founder, senior leader, people manager or simply trying to work better with your own brain, this episode offers a grounded, human perspective on how to lead without burning yourself, or your team, out.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Episodes referenced in this episode: Ep 19 - Workplace Disengagement with Naomi Glover Ep 20 - AI and Hybrid Work with Larissa Murmann Ep 21 - Trust and Teamwork with Brian Slattery Ep 22 - Corporate Benefits with Andrea Toh Ep 23 - Learning Cultures with Feng Ling Li Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ - ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes  Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode of Innotainment, Aga sits down with Feng Ling Li, a seasoned HR leader helping organisations across Singapore and the region develop true learning cultures that drive performance, resilience and innovation. Together, they unpack why learning is no longer “a yearly training budget exercise” but a daily practice that requires psychological safety, experimentation, and leadership empathy. From micro-learning and reverse mentoring to AI-supported development, this conversation shines a light on what it really takes to help people grow in a rapidly changing world.   Discover: Why learning must feel as natural as breathing, not a KPI checkbox How micro-learning and hybrid formats support real retention Why psychological safety, empathy and respect matter more than ever How AI supports learning, and where human judgment is still essential Practical ways leaders can personalise development without burning out HR How to measure learning outcomes beyond "completed course hours" Whether you're an HR leader, founder or people manager, this episode shows you how to build a workplace where learning feels safe, continuous and human-centred, and where your teams can adapt at the speed of change.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Feng Ling Li - Head of HR, Lifelong Learning Singapore Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ -  ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode, Aga Gajownik sits down with veteran benefits leader and founder Andrea Toh to explore what modern employee benefits really mean in today’s workplace. Beyond insurance plans and surface level perks, Andrea reveals how meaningful benefits are built through culture, communication, and human connection, not just budgets. With 20 years of experience shaping benefits systems across Singapore, she unpacks how organisations can create workplaces where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to stay.   Together, they dive into: Why "traditional benefits" no longer meet the needs of Gen Z and millennial workers How culture, purpose and team communication directly shape employee experience The hidden cost of poorly trained managers, and why they make or break retention How small companies can create big impact through simple, human benefits Why job design, team alignment and meaningful conversations matter more than perks The role of family, flexibility and community in building workplaces people love Whether you're a founder, people manager, or HR professional, this episode reveals how benefits can become a daily experience, not a PDF policy, and how leaders can design teams that thrive without burning people out.   This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Andrea Toh - Founder, Benefit Solutions VIA Character Strengths Survey Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ - ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes  Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode, Aga Gajownik sits down with Brian Slattery, founder of Teamwork Unlocked and former Head of Culture Club at Google, to explore what really happens inside teamwork when different brains, strengths and cognitive styles collide. From late ADHD diagnosis and leadership quirks to building escape-room-powered leadership programmes, Brian shares a refreshingly honest look at how trust, psychological safety and better conversations can transform the way teams collaborate. You'll hear: How ADHD shows up in leadership and why late diagnosis often brings both clarity and chaos Why trust should be given, not earned, and the speech Brian teaches leaders to transform culture The nine team profiles he sees in action inside escape rooms, and why Mavericks and Challengers are disappearing Why innovation stalls in risk-averse cultures and how permafrost forms in middle management Practical, tiny habits that help leaders support cognitive diversity without adding workload The art of celebrating failure and why "birthday culture" does absolutely nothing for motivation Whether you're a senior leader, HR professional or a manager trying to build more brain-friendly teams, this conversation is a masterclass in understanding people, creating trust and designing systems that let every brain contribute. This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik.   Links mentioned in this episode: Brian Slattery - Founder, Teamwork Unlocked Teamwork Unlocked VIA Character Strengths Survey Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ - ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In this episode, Aga Gajownik sits down with Larissa Murmann, Digital Chief HR Officer at Unilever International, to unpack how leaders can navigate change, support their teams and adapt new technologies without burning people out. Larissa offers a candid, insider perspective on what's actually changing inside global organisations, from AI adoption and hybrid team design to fractional roles and wellbeing at scale.   Together, they explore the mindset shift leaders must make, why emotional and subconscious intelligence matter more than ever, and how to build high-performing teams when humans and AI increasingly work side by side. You'll hear practical strategies for navigating uncertainty, preventing burnout, and creating workplaces where people feel trusted, empowered and supported, no matter their neurotype, generation or working style. Discover: Why AI transformation is 10 to 20 percent technology and the rest is human behaviour The three skills AI cannot replace: emotional intelligence, subconscious self-knowledge, and cultural judgment Why remote work doesn't break trust but lack of relationship will, and what trusted leaders actually do differently How fractional work is becoming a genuine strategy, not a compromise Whether you're a founder, HR leader or emerging manager, this conversation will show you how to design more brain-friendly teams and lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving world. This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik. Links mentioned in this episode: Larissa Murmann - Digital Chief HR Officer, Unilever International Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration Innotainment podcast⁠ – ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain

In our first episode of Innotainment Season 2, Aga Gajownik brings back applied neuroscientist Naomi Glover to dive deep into what’s really happening inside our workplaces and inside our brains. From burnout and disengagement to the challenges of introducing psychological safety, this episode explores how outdated structures, rigid office mandates, and untrained managers are quietly costing organisations billions. Discover: What neuroscience reveals about engagement, burnout, and motivation Why flexibility and trust aren't "perks" but performance essentials How technology and AI are reshaping how our brains focus and connect Practical shifts to start building brain-friendly organisations that help everyone thrive, neurodivergent or not Whether you're a senior leader, HR professional, or simply someone tired of bad meetings, this episode offers a science-based perspective on how to make work actually work. This is Season 2 of the Innotainment Podcast, now continuing as Brain Friendly Systems with Aga Gajownik. Links mentioned in this episode: Naomi Glover - Applied Neuroscientist, Neuro-Informed  Gallup State of the Global Workplace Report Boston Consulting Group Burnout Report Aga Gajownik - Certified ADHD Practitioner and founder of Innovation Integration ⁠Innotainment podcast⁠ – ⁠Q&A / Office Hours Submission Form⁠ : Submit questions for future episodes Follow Innotainment Podcast and Aga Gajownik on Instagram ⁠@innotainment_podcast,⁠  ⁠@myquirkyadhdbrain  

In this final bonus episode of season 1, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ sits down with ⁠Lu Li - entrepreneur, author, and founder of Content Gym. They dive into the reality of professional development through entrepreneurship - the pivots, the letting go, and the art of turning “failure” into fuel for growth. They talk about what it really means to evolve professionally, how to know when it’s time to change direction, and why starting over can be the most strategic move you make. This one’s for anyone standing at a crossroads - reflecting, recalibrating, and ready to build their next chapter with more clarity and self-compassion. Are you building a business? 🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

In this special episode, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ sits down with ⁠Romka Walkowiak⁠ - fractional CRO and founder of ⁠GroWise⁠ - to break down the different revenue streams that can fuel your business model. We’ll explore how to diversify your income, build a sustainable flow of cash, and ensure your financial strategy aligns with your values and energy. This is about finding the revenue streams that work for you and your business, whether you're in the early stages or looking to scale up. 🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Being a guest on someone else’s podcast is a great marketing tool for your business, BUT only if you’re strategically reaching out to shows that align with your expertise. In this bonus episode, ⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland ⁠⁠and ⁠⁠Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ discuss why guesting works best when there’s a clear connection between the value you can add to the host’s audience. Aga shares the vague pitches she’s received from people completely outside of her industry, and Rhianne shares ways you can pitch yourself in a more effective way. Plus, they talk about why podcasters should consider inviting guests onto their own show as a way to elevate organic marketing and reach new audiences. Want to put this into action? - Apply to be a guest on the Innotainment Podcast ⁠here⁠ - Or, book a Podcast Guesting Strategy Discovery Call with Rhianne ⁠here⁠ Building a business? Grab Aga's⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots Interested in podcasting? Get Rhianne’s freebie:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Your Ultimate Business Podcast Checklist: From Idea to Launch⁠⁠⁠⁠: the step-by-step guide to turning your podcast idea into a powerful business tool. Want to continue the conversation? Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast⁠⁠⁠

In this bonus episode, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland and Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠ break down how to turn your podcast concept into episode topics that actually serve your business. They discuss content pillars, building an idea bank, and creating repeatable formats to save you time, stay consistent, and avoid the dreaded “what should I record this week?” stress. Listen in to learn how to plan smarter, not harder, and keep your podcast working for you long after you hit publish. Need guidance? Book an Episode Planning Session with Rhianne to map out episodes that speak to your ideal client, create a rhythm that works for you, and get a repeatable structure so planning feels easier instead of overwhelming. Building a business? Grab Aga's ⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠:⁠⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots Want to continue the conversation? Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast⁠

It’s great to have a catchy podcast idea, but without a clear concept, your show can fail to connect with your audience or support your business. In this bonus episode, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ discuss what a podcast concept is and how creating one is a lot like mapping your brand with the Business Model Canvas. Because once you get clear on your podcast purpose, audience, and value proposition, every episode has plays a role in your bigger strategy.   Interested in podcasting? Book a free ⁠clarity call⁠ with Rhianne: A relaxed chat designed to help you figure out the direction of your podcast.   Building a business? Grab Aga's⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots.   Want to continue the conversation? Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast⁠⁠⁠

AuDHD brains aren’t wired for conventional business advice. ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland⁠⁠ unpack what it means to run a business as someone with both Autism and ADHD. From executive dysfunction to hyperfocus highs, we’re diving into the unique challenges of being an AuDHD entrepreneur. We talk about the importance of energy management, building flexible systems, and why leaning into your neurodivergent traits isn’t just empowering - it’s essential.  You can start your own development journey using ⁠BASICS Model⁠. Aga’s favourite tool to reset and refocus. Building a business? Grab ⁠⁠⁠Free companion guide⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots Interested in podcasting? Get Rhianne’s freebie:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Your Ultimate Business Podcast Checklist: From Idea to Launch⁠⁠⁠⁠: the step-by-step guide to turning your podcast idea into a powerful business tool. Want to continue the conversation? Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast⁠⁠⁠

Isolation is tough on any brain, but the experience feels different for neurodivergent entrepreneurs. In this bonus episode, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland⁠ get personal about the lonely moments they've faced and the journey of finding people who understand their quirks and hold them accountable without pressure. Grab Aga's⁠ ⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠:⁠⁠⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots Get Rhianne’s freebie:⁠ ⁠⁠Your Ultimate Business Podcast Checklist: From Idea to Launch⁠⁠⁠: the step-by-step guide to turning your podcast idea into a powerful business tool. Want to continue the conversation? Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast⁠⁠

After wrapping Season 1 of the Innotainment Podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland ⁠⁠⁠are back together to pause and reflect. Aga shares why she wanted a podcast in the first place and how it fits into her business model. Rhianne reflects on why podcasting is such a powerful sales and marketing tool. We’re really honest about the messy bits! Our crutch words, ADHD loops, and the overwhelm of social media promotion! Get Rhianne’s freebie: ⁠⁠Your Ultimate Business Podcast Checklist: From Idea to Launch⁠⁠: the step-by-step guide to turning your podcast idea into a powerful business tool. Grab Aga's ⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠:⁠⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots Want to continue the conversation? Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast⁠

In the first of the bonus episodes, ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ chats with ⁠Naomi Glover⁠ in a nerdy deep dive into building a brain-healthy business and preventing burnout. Tune in if you’ve ever wondered how your brain wiring impacts your energy, focus, and success.   🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Let’s talk about the money. No shame, complicated spreadsheets, or overwhelm. ⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ demystify the Cost Structure and Revenue Streams of the Business Model Canvas. They discuss cash flow, recurring costs, and how to align your finances with your energy. 🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Entrepreneurship can feel very lonely and overwhelming. ⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland⁠ and ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ explore the Key Partnerships of the Business Model Canvas. They discuss designing a business that doesn’t depend solely on you, and what to look for in people you want to collaborate with.🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Aga Gajownik⁠ speaks to ⁠Amber Sawyer⁠, the founder of Embodied Woman Yoga, to explore what counts as the Key Resources of the Business Model Canvas. They dive deeper into what it takes to build a business, including physical tools, inner strength, and emotional capacity. Amber draws from her experience of running a yoga business, managing family life, and navigating creative cycles. 🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Not all to-do lists are created equal. This week ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ and ⁠Rhianne Lovell-Boland⁠ uncover what actually needs to get done in your business and what can wait. This episode on Key Activities of the Business Model Canvas is your guide to cutting the busywork and focusing your energy.   🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Do you use the power of community to build your business? ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Shilpa S. Nath⁠, Founder of Women in AI (for good), creator of What The Fail, and Kali Club, dive into the Customer Relationships part of the Business Model Canvas. Let's explore what it means to build human connection without faking authenticity. 🎁 Grab your ⁠⁠⁠⁠free companion guide⁠⁠⁠⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet. A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you! Want to keep the conversation going? Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Innotainment_Podcast

Marketing doesn't have to be loud and exhausting. This week ⁠Aga Gajownik⁠ invited ⁠Anna Norriss⁠ to explore the Key Channels of the Business Model Canvas. They talk about how people can find you and your offer, and how to choose platforms that work for your energy and voice. Grab your : ⁠The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet⁠ A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Let’s build a business that fits you.

What pain points do you guide your customers through and how do you explain it without sounding robotic? Aga Gajownik unpacks how to craft a value proposition that feels human, clear, and aligned with how you actually help people and Rhianne Lovell-Boland has an epiphany on the difference between what she does and the value she gives to her clients. 🎁 Grab your ⁠free companion guide⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Because your quirks aren’t the glitch in the system they are the system. Let’s build a business that fits you! Feel free to continue the conversation! Follow us on Instagram @Innotainment_Podcast

In this episode, we’re digging into customer segments, aka who you actually serve, and why getting clear on that really matters (without sending you into a niche-induced identity crisis). Aga Gajownik shares why figuring out your ideal client is less about getting it perfect and more about experimenting. She opens up about how she found her people after maternity leave and how to stop repeating patterns that leave you burnt out. Rhianne Lovell-Boland talks about her early days of wanting to help anyone who wanted a podcast and how she quickly realised she couldn’t be everything to everyone (and didn’t need to be). If defining your clientele has ever felt like guesswork or a wild emotional rollercoaster, this one’s for you! 🎁 Grab your ⁠free companion guide⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Because your quirks aren’t the glitch in the system they are the system. Let’s build a business that fits you! If you'd like to keep the conversation going, follow us on Instagram @Innotainment_Podcast

Before we get tactical, we’re getting personal. Aga Gajownik (systems strategist and mildly rebellious realist) and her co-host Rhianne Lovell-Boland (podcast strategist and systems thinker convert) dive into the story behind Innotainment. How Aga went from starting a business without a system (and ending up homeless) to becoming a full-blown business model nerd. Whilst Rhianne went from constantly feeling overwhelmed to finally finding systems that actually worked for her brain. Plus, they share why so many of us struggle with business strategy, and why the Business Model Canvas isn’t just for MBA bros. You’ll also get your first step in learning how to actually prioritise tasks based on the real time and energy you have. So, if you’ve ever opened a strategy tool and thought, “Cool diagram… now what?” this episode’s for you! 🎁 Grab your ⁠free companion guide⁠: 🧠 The Neurodivergent Founder’s Business Model Cheat Sheet A visual, ADHD-friendly, no-fluff companion to help you reflect, take action, and connect the dots. Because your quirks aren’t the glitch in the system they are the system. Let’s build a business that fits you!  

This podcast is for brilliant humans who secretly wonder if they're the problem in their business. (Spoiler: you're not!) Host Aga Gajownik, founder of Innovation and Integration with co-host Rhianne Lovell-Boland, podcast strategist and founder of More Talk Media, introduce you to what’s to come in the Innotainment series! Together, along with a few special guests, they’ll explore the 9 elements of the Business Model Canvas, share real-world challenges of building a business (especially with a neurodivergent brain).  🎧 Episode 1 drops June 17th. Subscribe now so you don’t miss it!