About Wadadli
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Wadadli was the name given to a tiny island in the Caribbean by the indigenous people who lived there for millennia before it was ‘discovered’ by European explorers in 1493, who mistakenly believed themselves to be near India! The expedition leader, Christopher Columbus, named the island Antigua in honour of a church in Seville Spain, Santa Maria La Antigua.
The island continues to be known by that name today, but Antiguans are well aware that theirs is a history and identity that is much older than the one determined by European colonial explorers who found themselves in the Americas rather than Asia, half a world away from their target destination!
The European explorers came looking for wealth but found instead a people whose wealth was measured in better physical health, a sustainable relationship with the land, and a wisdom that was rooted in a non-European perspective of the world.
Wadadli Ltd
The name Wadadli speaks of rediscovering and reclaiming that Wisdom which lies beyond that which the dominant culture proclaims loudly. Wellbeing and Worth are outcomes of the pursuit of that wisdom.
Contemporary coaching research disproportionately features "WEIRD" participants (Western, Educated, from Industrialized, Rich, Democratic countries). Wadadli offers a perspective that is intentionally less WEIRD.
At Wadadli Coaching, the values of wisdom, wellbeing and worth underpin all that we do.
Wadadli Coaching
At Wadadli Coaching, we help executives and leaders expand their capacity—not just to meet professional goals, but to integrate wellbeing as a strategic advantage rather than a sacrifice.
Too often, leaders believe that stress, burnout, and personal trade-offs are unavoidable in high-pressure roles. We challenge that mindset.
Our coaching provides creative, strategic tools that balance wisdom, wellbeing, and worth, ensuring that leaders thrive—not just survive—in volatile, uncertain and complex environments.
The impact? Greater productivity, sharper decision-making, reduced burnout, and stronger, more resilient teams.
If you’re ready to lead with clarity, creativity, and sustainability, let’s connect and explore how Wadadli Coaching can support you and your organisation
Meet our Director
Dr Calvin T Samuel is Founder & Director of Wadadli Ltd
