Inclusive Career Conversations

We welcome Robert Baker to the pod to talk all things bringing men into the equality debate! Robert shares his early recognition of the lack of women in leadership and his motivation to get involved. He also addresses the common question of "why is a man advocating for gender equality?" Expect insight on the importance of understanding men's perspectives and concerns, and creating open dialogues a...

This week we talk all things pregnancy loss with the incredible Yasmin De Nardo, Head of Technology Academy at KPMG. This podcast is kindly brought to you by KPMG Curve . In this powerful episode, Yasmin De Nardo bravely shares her personal experience with miscarriage, offering a raw and honest account of the emotional and physical toll it took. Her story shines a light on the critical need for or...

In this episode, we sit down with Ben de Pfeiffer-Key an inclusion strategist and coach, to discuss his journey and insights on redefining the approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the fashion and retail industry. Key Takeaways: Ben shares his personal experiences navigating both welcoming and exclusive cultures within the fashion industry, which inspired his passion for creating m...

Transforming Workplaces for Neurodiverse Individuals Panelists: Cheryl Thompson - Leadership Coach Oliver McNevin - Founder, New Divergent Andrew Ward - Cybersecurity Professional Moderator: Zoe Haydn Jones - Director and Founder, Jobs for Women and Jobs for Neurodiverse Topics covered Understanding Individuals Through Questions and Caring Cheryl shares her background in management and focus on un...

Today we're diving into an important yet often overlooked topic - menstrual cycle awareness in the workplace. My guest is Lizzy Kurtzer , a menstrual cycle coach who works with businesses to create more inclusive policies and cultures around menstruation. We discuss the importance of education for all genders, appointing menstrual champions, and ensuring period product access. Lizzy also provides...

In this episode of the Inclusive Career Conversations podcast, host Zoe Haydn Jones speaks with gender equity advocate Jeremy Stockdale about his journey to becoming a passionate ally. They discuss the importance of active listening, unconscious biases, and taking a holistic long-term approach to creating truly inclusive workplaces. Jeremy shares how education and using privilege to amplify underr...

In today’s diverse workforce, it’s essential for companies to recognise and accommodate the unique needs of employees with various learning differences. One such difference is dyscalculia, a learning disorder characterised by difficulty in understanding and using numerical concepts. While dyscalculia is often associated with challenges in academic settings, its impact extends into the professional...

Meet Susie Bould, a Marketing Manager in the Film Industry living with an invisible disability. “It took me so long into being disabled to learn all that information that at the start, I just felt shame. And I just felt like, I didn’t want people to know and I didn’t want people to judge me and I was worried, I wouldn’t get employed, I was scared to mention it in interviews. It felt like this big...

We spoke to Leadership Coach Cheryl Thompson about her recent Autism and ADHD diagnosis, how neurodiversity has made her a lot of money and how real workplace inclusion means embracing individuality. 5 things you will learn from this podcast episode: 1. Cheryl Thompson shares her experience of being diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life, and how understanding her neurodiversity has helped h...