In this insightful episode of Never in Reverse Podcast, host Jeremy Axel sits down with Joe Dillon, a divorce mediation pioneer and co-founder of Equitable Mediation Services, to challenge the biggest misconception about divorce.

With 17 years of experience, an MBA in finance, and advanced training from Harvard, MIT, and Northwestern, Joe brings both heart and strategy to the discussion. He shares how mediation empowers couples to make emotionally and financially sound decisions outside the courtroom, protecting families, sanity, and futures.

For detailed show notes, navigate using the timestamps below:

(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:50) Joe Dillon's Background and Credentials
(00:03:11) Joe Dillon's Experience in Corporate Publishing
(00:04:21) Joe Dillon's Background and Transition to Mediation
(00:05:10) Personal Experiences with Divorce
(00:05:40) The Lack of Art and Integrity in Disruption and Personal Experiences with Divorce
(00:06:15) Relationships and the Win-Lose Mindset
(00:06:50) Personal Perspectives and Podcast Discovery
(00:07:47) Joe's Music Listening Habits and Discovery of the Podcast
(00:08:41) Introduction to Joe Dillon's Expertise and Background
(00:09:27) Joe Dillon's Motivation and Perspective on Conflict Resolution
(00:10:00) Commonalities and a Personal Story in Hong Kong
(00:11:35) The Impact of Mediation and Personal Experiences
(00:13:08) Personal Growth and Perspective
(00:13:49) Misconceptions About Divorce
(00:20:38) Agreement and Integrity in Negotiation
(00:21:46) Dynamics in Conflict Resolution and Personal Impact
(00:23:01) Personal Discovery and Addressing Past Insecurities
(00:24:15) Understanding Childhood Perspectives and Professional Parallels
(00:25:30) Mediation and Personal Responsibility
(00:26:45) The Mediator's Role and Future Trends
(00:27:35) The Impact of AI on Mediation
(00:31:40) Advice for Newlyweds: Prenups and Financial Compatibility
(00:32:52) Family and Career Considerations
(00:34:06) Importance of Clear Agreements and Addressing Difficult Times
(00:35:22) Advice for those going through a divorce
(00:36:37) Concluding Remarks and Guest Information

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