Beyond 6 Seconds
First impressions can take as little as 6 seconds to make. But in these fleeting moments, whose amazing stories don’t we get to hear?
That’s where the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast comes in! Join me, Carolyn Kiel, as I uncover stories of life and creativity, triumph and struggle, with a focus on neurodiversity. I feature neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more whose stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance and diversity of this community.
Recent Episodes
Autistic coming-of-age stories – with Kelly Coons
Jan. 17, 2022
Before Kelly Coons was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of thirteen, she had a coming-of-age story that was mostly deemed as neurotypical. However, she always felt isolated and, until her diagnosis, believe…
Natalie Brooks – Dyslexia in Adults
Jan. 3, 2022
Feeling frustrated and alone, Natalie Brooks started posting on Instagram about her struggles as a dyslexic adult in the workplace. She soon realized that her experiences resonated deeply with dyslexic adults around the worl…
Some personal news, and a new focus for this podcast
Dec. 20, 2021
2021 has been quite a year for me -- and my experiences this year have given me new clarity on what I want to focus on with this podcast. I'm excited to share these new developments with you! Tune into this episode to hear a…
Going beyond first impressions – Corinna Bellizzi of Care More Be Better interviews me at the She Podcasts Live conference
Dec. 13, 2021
I recorded this episode with my friend Corinna Bellizzi at the She Podcasts Live conference in October 2021. Corinna hosts the Care More. Be Better. podcast and was a guest on my show a few months ago. In this episode, Corin…
Life with cerebral palsy – education, athletics & disability advocacy with Travis Davis
Dec. 6, 2021
Travis Davis remembers the first time he realized the impact of sharing his story -- a simple lunchtime conversation that encouraged him to start talking about his life with cerebral palsy. Since that pivotal conversation, T…
Art, Autism, Activism – with Margaux Wosk, Retrophiliac Art
Nov. 22, 2021
Margaux Wosk is a non-binary, autistic artist residing in Canada, and the owner of Retrophiliac, their own art business. They are bridging the gap between activism, advocacy and art to bring a message of acceptance to the wo…
Recent Blog Posts
Six Lessons From Everyday People Who Became Successful Ent…
Do you often imagine what life would be like if you worked for yourself? Many people who feel stuck in 9-5 jobs fantasize about a life of independence, f…
Can You Make A Difference? These 3 Entrepreneurs Show You …
Often, we think about our place in the world and aspire to make a difference in the grand scheme of things. We donate, volunteer, learn. We believe small…
It’s Not Too Late: 3 People Who Switched Careers to Pursue…
Have you always felt a calling but were forbidden to pursue it? Or did you experience a recent shift, an ah-ha moment, where you felt your heart tug you …
About the Host
Carolyn Kiel
Carolyn Kiel is an experienced training and talent development leader who helps global companies prepare their employees to succeed in changing business environments. As the Host and Producer of Beyond 6 Seconds, she has created a platform where entrepreneurs, creators and leaders can showcase their candid and inspiring stories. Carolyn has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Vassar College and a Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University.