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Entrepreneurs often possess traits that drive their success in business. But what if these same traits were also the root cause of deteriorating mental health, and, if left unaddressed, could ultimately lead to the collapse of their entire business?
In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Jan Gerber, CEO of Paracelsus Recovery, the world’s no.1 exclusive mental health clinic for the rich and famous.
He reveals the traits both entrepreneurs and criminals share, how to foster well-being in the workplace and why mandatory mental health checks might just save your business.
Paracelsus Recovery takes a unique, tailored approach to treating its patients and has extensive experience at treating CEOs, UHNW individuals and those with a public profile.
Timestamps:
03:25 Recognizing Burnout and Mental Health Issues
08:17 The Role of Addiction and Self-Medication
12:46 Entrepreneurial Traits and Their Dark Side
19:48 The Concept of Reparenting
23:27 Balancing Physical Health and Business
28:02 The Importance of Confidentiality in Mental Health
34:09 Understanding the Impact of Information Diet
39:58 Building Trust in Mental Health Services
48:12 The Role of Psychedelics in Mental Health Treatment
53:34 Mental Health Strategies for Business Leaders
01:01:36 Promoting Mental Fitness and Resilience
Links:
Follow Jan Gerber on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerberjan/
Visit Jan Gerber’s website: https://jangerber.com/
Learn more about Paracelsus Recovery: https://www.paracelsus-recovery.com/en
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Businessman, philanthropist, a maverick at turning strange ideas into success.
In this very special episode, and in celebration of his 91st birthday, I sit down with my father, Sir Alec Reed.
Sir Alec founded Reed in 1960 from a carpet shop in Hounslow with just £75 in his pocket. Since then, he’s founded several charities, launched a business school and in 2011, was knighted for his services to business and charity.
Born in Hounslow in 1934, Sir Alec Reed left school at 16 and ten years later founded Reed Recruitment, which has grown into the UK’s largest family-owned recruitment company. Today, he shares his insights from over seven decades in business, the lessons he’s learnt along the way and why ideas are the real currency of business.
Awarded the Beacon Prize in 2010 and knighted in 2011, Sir Alec’s flagship charity initiative, Big Give, has raised over £346 million for a variety of causes, including Womankind and Ethopiaid, both of which he also started.
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
02:03 Sir Alec Reed
03:27 Starting Out in Life - Accountant
04:13 Joining Gillette - An Idea Company
04:44 Early Business Ideas - Toy Soldiers
05:43 The Reed Brothers - Printing Business
06:26 Taking The Wrong Course
07:44 A Tremendous Urge to be Self Employed
10:31 Starting An Employment Agency
13:31 Working On Your Own - Undiluted Ideas
16:48 Learning to Raise Alternative Funding
18:45 A Family Business - One Route to Consider - Risks and Benefits
23:43 The End Game - Exits - Inheritance and Selling
25:16 Philanthropy - Foundations and Charities
27:35 Cancer - Selling a Business and Financing a Charity
32:14 A New Approach to Charity - A Social Innovation
34:48 The Big Give
38:36 Looking at Failure as a Road Sign to Change Direction
41:39 Ideas! An Idea a Day as an Exercise
47:51 Wrap Up and Thank You
Links:
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How can you turn everyday employees into strong leaders who are proud to work for your business?
In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with executive coach and 'Life’s Work' founder, Steph Rix. She explains how you can beat imposter syndrome for good, the difference between leadership and management and how you can use your personal values to become a better leader.
Steph is the Founder and Managing Director of Life’s Work where she provides team, career and Leadership coaching for businesses and individuals.
She has a Masters in Career Development and has been an executive coach for almost ten years.
00:58 Defining Leadership: Self-Awareness and Values
08:08 The Role of Values in Leadership
12:27 Dealing with Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
17:37 Overcoming Overthinking and Taking Action
23:31 The Importance of Transparency in Organizational Change
28:39 Navigating Difficult Conversations
35:03 Supporting Employee Development on a Budget
40:46 Identifying and Nurturing Potential in Employees
45:20 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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With over a quarter of UK workers experiencing negative wellbeing because of work, how can you improve your own mental wellbeing, and stop being frazzled for good?
In this episode of 'All About Business,' I sit down with comedian, writer and mental health advocate Ruby Wax OBE.
We discuss how mindfulness can transform your mental health, how businesses can support struggling colleagues and the time Trump left her stranded in Arkansas.
Ruby Wax OBE is an actress, comedian, writer, television personality, and mental health campaigner. In 2017, Ruby founded the Frazzled Cafe, a community based on the power of emotional openness that provides space where anyone can come and be listened to without judgment. Ruby has also released a range of best-selling books, including I’m Not As Well as I Thought I Was in May 2023. Ruby also offers leadership and management training, using workshops and practical exercises to enable business leaders to create trust and rapport and more skilled communication with clients and colleagues.
02:59 The Ruby Wax Brand
06:14 Mindfulness and Personal Growth
15:31 Frazzled Culture and Authenticity
28:24 Connecting with People in Business
31:19 Rickman's Wisdom: Let People Come to You
33:53 Managing Stress and Mental Fitness in the Workplace
35:40 The Importance of Authenticity and Self-Management
39:05 The Power of Community and Connection
43:41 A Hilarious Encounter with Trump
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How do you keep wildlife business running in the face of social, political and cultural change?
In this episode of All About Business, I speak to Reggie Heyworth, the owner of one of the UK’s biggest wildlife parks. Cotswold Wildlife Park, which was started by his father all the way back in 1969. We discuss how he took over the business from his father, how they kept the animals alive during the pandemic as well as his thoughts on the ‘anti-zoo brigade.’
Reggie grew up in the Cotswold Wildlife Park, a business his father started in 1969, and which has grown into one of the UK’s largest wildlife parks. For several years, he worked as a conservationist on the African continent. In 2012, he returned to the UK to take over the running of the park. He created the park’s famous gardens, and also runs a number of initiatives, including Keeper for the Day, where you can learn about the animals and how they are looked after.
01:13 The Origins of the Wildlife Park
04:03 Early Challenges and Successes
10:29 Modern Zoo Practices and Conservation
21:07 Reggie's Return and Leadership
22:16 Impact of COVID-19 on the Wildlife Park
27:17 Navigating the Reopening Challenges
28:29 Reassessing Business Strategies
32:15 Difficult Decisions During the Pandemic
35:51 Leadership and Team Building Insights
37:44 The Importance of Loving Animals
41:19 Future of Wildlife Conservation
43:23 Creating a Beautiful Environment
47:01 Looking Ahead: Five Years from Now
48:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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With new sustainability laws coming into play, how can you make sure your organisation is ESG-ready, without sacrificing your bottom line?
In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Profit with Purpose founder Isabel Kelly, where we discuss all things ESG. We explore how you can meet your social and environmental goals while still remaining profitable, and how you can develop an authentic strategy that goes hand in hand with your brand
Isabel is the Founder of Profit with Purpose, a consultancy firm that works with companies to create and embed social impact strategies into businesses and brands. Isabel is a non-executive director at TPXimpact, an AIM-listed tech company where she Chairs the ESG Committee. She is also a member of the board at The Big Give and is a social impact careers advisor for MBA students at the Said Business School, Oxford University.
Timestamps
00:57 Introducing Isabel Kelly and Profit With Purpose
02:12 The Origin Story of Profit With Purpose
03:03 Integrating Social Impact in Business
06:42 Defining Authentic Purpose
09:02 Challenges and Resistance in Purpose-Driven Business
13:45 Navigating ESG Legislation and Reporting
24:57 The Role of B Corps in Purpose-Driven Business
31:56 Airlines and Vaccine Financing
32:53 Promoting ESG in the Workplace
33:33 Salesforce's Environmental Journey
35:26 Challenges and Controversies in ESG
37:36 Purpose-Driven Business Strategies
39:50 Becoming a B Corp
42:12 Consulting for ESG and Purpose
48:30 Diversity and Inclusion in Boards
52:07 Metrics and Reporting for ESG
55:58 Final Thoughts and Future Goals
Links
Follow Isabel Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelkelly-pwp-esgx/
Check out Profit with Purpose: https://profitwithpurpose.co.uk/
Explore the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals: https://sdgs.un.org/goals
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In this episode of 'All About Business', James is joined by Sue Douglas, who transitioned from a medical journalism background to becoming a top Fleet Street editor. She discusses her move to apartheid-era South Africa as a reporter for the Rand Daily Mail and witnessed significant historical events firsthand.
Returning to the UK, she navigated her way through the competitive media landscape, encountering both setbacks and successes, ultimately finding her place in the vibrant and chaotic world of Fleet Street journalism.
Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:28 Guest's Career Beginnings
00:38 Journey to South Africa
01:22 Reporting in South Africa
03:05 Return to Fleet Street
03:50 Joining News of the World
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In this bonus episode of 'All About Business,' Journalist, Tech CEO and Entrepreneur, Sue Douglas, explores the complexities of balancing business management and leadership with personal life responsibilities.
Sue delves into the gender dynamics within professional settings, the historical and biological roles of men and women, and the struggle for achieving a balanced work-life equilibrium. The conversation also touches upon personal anecdotes about parenting, societal expectations, and the implications of more women entering the workforce.
Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:27 Gender Differences and Career Choices
01:12 Balancing Career and Family
02:21 Reflections on Parenting
03:29 Community and Work-Life Balance
05:14 Gender Pay Gap and Workplace Inequality
07:02 Concluding Thoughts on Gender Roles
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In this bonus episode of 'All About Business,' James is joined by Journalist, Entrepreneur and Tech CEO Sue Douglas. She delves into a chilling investigation from the 1980s when, as a young medical correspondent she uncovered a story about potentially AIDS-contaminated blood used for transfusions, risking public health.
She describes the challenges, including government hesitation, media backlash, and the impact of her ground-breaking report that led to a public inquiry 40 years later.
Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:28 A Chance Encounter Leads to a Big Story
01:58 Investigating the Blood Contamination
04:09 Breaking the Story
06:28 The Aftermath and Reflection
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Imagine losing everything. Then imagine turning it all around and becoming a multi-millionaire within 5 years.
In this episode of 'All About Business', entrepreneur, property investor, and author Rob Moore shares his journey from being £50,000 in debt to becoming a multi-millionaire in less than five years.
Rob discusses his philosophy on money as a store of time, value, and energy, the importance of finding opportunity, raising money, and building a business from scratch. We explore his views on the significance of hard work, the role of education in preparing future entrepreneurs and the critical aspects of building a personal brand in today's digital age.
Timestamps
01:44 Podcast Introduction and Guest Welcome
03:34 Rob Moore's Early Life and Influences
05:05 The Turning Point: Meeting a Business Partner
09:23 The Rise of a Training Business
14:47 University vs. Entrepreneurship
27:11 The Essence of Money
33:38 Recruitment and Team Building
36:56 The Importance of Management Skills
39:02 Integrity and Honesty in Recruitment
41:42 The Role of LinkedIn in Personal Branding
48:24 The Value of Hard Work and Entrepreneurship
52:51 Rob Moore Foundation: Supporting Young Entrepreneurs
59:20 Finding the Right Business Partner
01:08:04 The Significance of Personal Brand
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Are you ever too old to turn your favourite hobby into a brand-new business venture?
In this very special episode of All About Business, James Reed is joined by his wife Nicola, founder of the successful drinks company, Beeble.
Nicola shares how she turned her husband’s birthday gift into a thriving business, the ups and downs of bootstrapping a company with her daughter’s friend, as well as some rather disturbing facts about her bee colony.
Nicola is an artist, teacher, beekeeper and entrepreneur. She owns Beeble, a B-Corp that makes a wide variety of spirits with honey from her very own hives. Nicola has a Master's degree in Fine Art from St Martin's School of Art, a PGDip from Chelsea College of Arts and a teaching degree from University College London.
01:37 Introduction
02:27 Nicola Reed's Beekeeping Journey
04:43 Turning Honey into Spirits
07:45 The Beeble Brand and Business Growth
13:22 Balancing Business and Passion for Bees
23:54 Insights and Lessons from Beekeeping
27:07 Beekeeping Courses and Techniques
28:31 Personal Experiences with Bee Stings
30:39 The Undertaker Bee and Bee Communication
32:49 Challenges in the Spirit Business
36:11 Marketing Strategies and Customer Feedback
41:36 Beekeeping in Prisons
43:17 The Joys and Challenges of Beekeeping
46:03 Future Plans for Beeble
48:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Climbing to the top of the ladder can be tough. With competition from peers, how do you stand out so you can get that promotion and even become Managing Director?
In this episode of All About Business, James is joined by Donna Murrell, Managing Director of Reed in Partnership. Donna began her career at Reed as an entry-level employment advisor and worked her way up to the very top. In this conversation, she shares little known strategies for boosting your career, explains why diversity in leadership is so important and gives actionable advice for building your confidence no matter where you are in your career.
Donna is the Managing Director of Reed in Partnership, a branch of Reed which delivers public services such as employment support, wellbeing advice and DVSA testing. Donna has been at Reed for over 20 years, starting as an Employment Advisor.
00:58 Introducing Donna Murrell
07:47 Expanding Reed in Partnership
09:54 Leadership and team building
13:08 Donna's management philosophy
20:44 Going from Operations Director to Managing Director
25:16 Advice for aspiring leaders
29:51 Spotting and nurturing talent
31:25 Creating Opportunities for Employee Engagement
37:01 Embracing curiosity and learning
39:30 Women in leadership: challenges and progress
49:34 Preparing for career progression
52:05 Building confidence and overcoming anxiety
54:49 Reed interview round
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With seventy percent of online buyers abandoning their shopping before checkout, how can you create a frictionless customer journey that only takes ten seconds?
In this episode of All About Business, James Reed speaks to customer experience expert Todd Unger.
Todd reveals why most customer journeys don’t work, how low-cost AI can help you understand your customers better, and the hit Ariana Grande song that could transform your approach to customer experience.
Todd Unger is the Chief Experience Officer at the American Medical Association, overseeing membership, marketing and customer experience initiatives. His book, the ten-second customer journey explains how you can rapidly convert customers online, drawing on Todd’s 30 year career in marketing and customer experience.
02:00 Meet Todd Unger: Chief Experience Officer
03:27 The evolution of Customer Experience
08:04 The four points of CXO
10:50 The importance of frictionless experience
18:07 Building effective digital services
24:10 Building a culture of testing and experimentation
26:17 The role of AI in modern testing
26:44 AI's impact on the 10 second customer journey
28:03 Leveraging technology partners for AI
34:29 Practical applications and future of AI
45:17 Customer experience advice for entrepreneurs
48:27 Reed interview round
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Being a socially conscious business is becoming more and more important, but can it really help you grow your brand long-term?
In this episode of All About Business, James Reed sits down with Centre for Social Justice CEO and proud Leeds native, Andy Cook. They explore the unseen world of philanthropy, why small charities are often more powerful, the best interview questions to ask future employees, and the steps you can take to become a brand locals love.
Andy is CEO of The Centre for Social Justice, an award-winning organisation that aims to solve Britain’s most pressing social issues through political change. Hailing from Leeds, Andy founded another award winning charity that helped disadvantaged youth across the Midlands. Since then, he’s become an advisor to several leading philanthropists and CSJ has been awarded social policy Think Tank of the Year for the last 2 years.
1:56 - Introducing Andy Cook - CEO for the Centre for Social Justice
2:48 - The Centre for Social Justice
8:43 - The five areas of help that affect Society
9:58 - The Big Give
13:38 - The importance of giving people opportunities
16:56 - The power of smaller charities
19:04 - Where do donations go and how to make the process better
21:07 - Should businesses engage more with philanthropy?
25:35:00 - The Kickstart Program
27:40:00 - Finding a balance between education and employer's needs
31:36:00 - The Centre for Social Justice Foundation
34:36:00 - Why businesses should be more involved in the education system
38:18:00 - How you can help
40:10:00 - Reed interview segment
41:50:00 - Wrap up and final thoughts
Find out more about the CSJ
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Donate to a cause you care about
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Talent and customers aren’t just looking at the product or service your company provides. They’re choosing organisations with purpose over those who only prioritise profit.
In this episode of 'All About Business,' James is joined by Becky Willan, CEO of Given, part of Anthesis. They explore the importance of implementing purpose into the heart of your business,, the impact of ESG and sustainability on brands, and practical steps for organisations to align profit with meaningful societal impact. Becky shares her journey from working at Body Shop to founding Given, and discusses how companies like John Lewis and Lloyd's Banking Group are navigating purpose-driven transformations.
01:31- Introduction
02:26- Meet Becky Willan
03:13- Defining Purpose in Business
03:48- The Journey of Given
07:41- Implementing Purpose in Organisations
11:32- Case Study: John Lewis Partnership
20:31- Case Study: Lloyd's Banking Group
24:01- Advice for Entrepreneurs
29:54- Evidence of Purpose-Driven Business Success
31:25- Purpose vs. Philanthropy: Understanding the Difference
33:52- Reed's Purpose-Driven Philanthropy Model
34:54- Steps to Implementing Purpose in Your Organisation
36:44- The Importance of Employee Engagement and Culture
40:14- Challenges and Pitfalls in Purpose-Driven Organisations
42:54- Case Study: Centrica's Purpose Transformation
49:49- IKEA's Purpose and Philanthropy
51:35- Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations
53:56- Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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What if there was a model your business could use to smash your targets faster? And with a team of no more than 10?
In this episode of All About Business, James speaks to Alex Day, Managing Director of Big Give. Alex explains how his small team of ten has managed to raise hundreds of millions of pounds for charity. They also discuss how technology is transforming the charity sector, why philanthropy is good for business, and the psychology behind giving money away.
Alex Day is Director of Social Impact at Reed and Managing Director of the Big Give, the UK’s biggest match funding charity.
Every year, Big Give runs a variety of match funding campaigns, including the Green Match Fund, Kind2Mind and the Christmas Challenge. Since 2008, they’ve raised over £300 million for charities all over the world.
Timestamps
00:00- Intro
02:31- How Big Give's Match Funding Works
03:38- The Psychology Behind Match Funding
05:38- Campaigns and Themes of Big Give
08:18- Digital Transformation in Charity Fundraising
12:53- Running a Lean and Effective Team
16:37- Engaging Big Figures in Philanthropy
23:42- Identifying Your Passion for a Cause
25:16- Setting Ambitious Goals
27:37- The Importance of Ambition in Social Impact
29:26- Supporting Smaller Charities
30:50- Innovative Match Funding Strategies
31:59- The Contagious Nature of Generosity
32:32- The Christmas Challenge Campaign
34:18- Philanthropy in Business
37:18- The Philco Model
41:33- Quickfire Round
43:38- Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Links
Visit the Big Give website: https://donate.biggive.org/
See what difference you can make: Big Give Christmas Challenge 2024
Double the difference this Christmas NOW
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Authenticity. It can be the difference between a thriving business and losing your audience. Gone are the days when having a good enough product was enough to drive growth, and with so much competition out there, having a brand that people believe in is non-negotiable.
In this episode of All About Business, James Reed sits down with father-daughter duo Molly and Philip King of Ireland’s family-run festival, OtherVoices.
Starting in a tiny church in Dingle, it grew to become a hotly-anticipated event. It’s hosted some of the biggest names in music, including Kate Tempest, Arlo Parks and Amy Winehouse and is now watched by millions across the globe.
They explore the ins and outs of working with family, how to use digital media to build a brand and, despite massive growth, how they’ve managed to stray true to their original vision.
Timestamps
01:55- Family Dynamics in Business
02:27- Building an Authentic Brand
03:57- The Role of Culture and Trust
08:23- The Evolution of Other Voices
10:35- The Digital Transformation
14:33- The Growth of Other Voices
20:39- Maintaining the Core Ethos
23:32- Navigating the Pandemic
24:30- The Birth of Other Voices Courage
25:21- Live Performances in Iconic Locations
26:51- Challenges and Triumphs in the Music Industry
28:59- Spotting and Nurturing Talent
33:13- The Unique Experience of Performing in Dingle
38:04- Ireland's Edge: Bridging Art and Science
42:18- Quickfire Round
45:47- Conclusion and Farewell
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One thing that’s on pretty much every business owner's mind is the advent of AI, what it means for your business, and how you can use it to get ahead of your competitors.
But AI is only one piece of the digital business puzzle…
In this episode of All About Business, James Reed CBE speaks to Oli Green, a trailblazing entrepreneur who has started and acquired multiple businesses across the digital landscape.
He reveals the key areas every business should be focusing on when it comes to digitisation and explains why he was able to raise a substantial amount of funding in just a few short weeks.
About the guest
Oli Green is CEO of Brave Bison, a digital advertising and technology services company. Brave Bison bought Social Chain in 2023, a social media agency founded by Steven Bartlett that has worked for global brands such as KFC and LinkedIn. Oli is also Chairman of Tangent, a company that helps enterprises build future ready digital experiences, products and capabilities with a focus on People, Planet and Purpose.
02:21 Digital First Approach
03:18 Emerging Trends in AI
04:47 Challenges in Recruiting AI Talent
06:45 Improving Digital Experiences
08:46 Social Media Strategies
09:55 Brave Bison's Four Divisions
17:18 Acquisition Strategies
24:36 Integration Challenges
29:18 Working with Family
37:41 Public Company Benefits
40:19 Conclusion and Future Vision
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At a time when consumers are fed up of ads (and advertisers), how can you connect with your target customers and stop them hitting the ‘skip now’ button?
In this episode of All About Business, James Reed is joined by award-winning director and veteran ad-man Paul Weiland OBE. He’ll share how some of Britain’s most well-loved ads were created, how to navigate the often tricky client/agency relationship and answers the question every marketer wants to know: how to create a profit-growing campaign everybody loves.
Paul is a writer, producer and director whose credits include Blackadder and Mr Bean.
He’s also directed 1000s of popular TV ads, most notably, the Gary Lineker Walkers ads.
In 2015, he received an OBE for his services to advertising and the creative industries.
02:24- Paul's Journey into Advertising
05:33- Early Career and Breakthroughs
09:01- Directing Commercials and Building a Reputation
20:14- The Walkers Crisps Campaign
25:47- Celebrity Endorsements in Walker's Ads
26:09- The Power Struggle with Supermarkets
28:15- What Makes a Good Client?
29:58- The Evolution of the Gary Lineker Campaign
31:58- The Importance of Continuity in Advertising
36:10- The Changing Landscape of Advertising
42:06- From Ads to Feature Films
45:11- Advice for the Next Generation
48:19- Reflections and Future Outlook
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We often hear that we need to strive for a more diverse workforce. But what if just having diversity as your goal does more harm than good?
In this Episode of 'all about business', James is joined by Dr. Heather Melville, OBE CMgr CCMI FCBI, to explore how inclusive business practices can drive growth, retain talent, and align organisational values with commercial strength. They shed light on understanding different needs and demographics within the workplace that go beyond mere diversity so you can make impactful cultural changes to help your business thrive.
Heather is a Trustee and Senior Advisor, the Chancellor of York University and a Partner at Stork and May. She’s also the Chair and Non-Executive Director of CMI Women, where she empowers and develops women in leadership. In 2017, she was awarded an OBE for services to Business and Gender Equality, which is why she’s the perfect person to talk to us about building an inclusive business.
02:25 Defining Inclusivity in Business
03:58 Challenges and Misconceptions in Diversity
06:55 Practical Steps for Inclusivity
10:57 Leadership and Inclusivity
17:09 The Cost of Ignoring Inclusivity
22:59 Real-World Examples and Stereotyping
26:23 Gender Pay Gap and Organisational Accountability
27:33 Creating Fair and Equitable Workplaces
27:59 Inclusive Hiring Practices
29:23 The Importance of Leadership in Inclusion
30:17 Employee Advocacy and Organisational Response
31:00 Personal Experiences with Leadership
36:12 Balancing Work and Personal Life
44:45 Recruitment Strategies and Positive Action
48:16 Looking Forward: Future Goals and Reflections
50:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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