In this final episode of Sexism in the City, we'll be discussing the financial impact of Covid-19 on women, the legal structures in place to support us, and we put your burning questions to an employment solicitor! We're back talking with the Young Women's Trust, and we also interview Rosie from InChorus Group - a fabulous organisation that enables employees to anonymously report bias and microaggressions in the workplace. With special thanks to The Young Women's Trust, InChorus Group and...

Can women have it all? Join us as we chat through your answers to this question that kick start some amazing discussions around what having 'it all' means to each of us, maternity policies, your rights, and the support working mothers need to ensure they are given the same opportunities as everyone else. We also talk about the gender pay and promotions gap, and highlight just how far we still have to go until women are paid equally in the workplace. Books mentioned (affiliate links...

Have you ever noticed how some work environments are still unfit for women? How some uniforms only come in men's sizes? Or, how so often, networking events and settings naturally exclude women, too? Join us for this episode of Sexism in the City as we discuss all of this, as well as sexual harassment in the workplace. Some of the topics and experiences discussed in this episode might be triggering to some listeners as we talk about real stories around sexual harassment in the workplace. If...

Have you ever heard - or been the subject of - an inappropriate joke or comment at work that was made in the name of 'banter'? Or, have you ever felt you've been treated - or spoken to - differently at work because of your gender? 78% of you answered 'yes' to both of these questions. Listen as we share the - often horrifying - experiences and stories you’ve submitted to us, and get legal advice as to what we can do in these situations.  With special thanks to Alicia Collinson from Thrive...

Welcome to Sexism in the City! Girls in Work are back with a very special mini-series of the Girls in Work podcast. We’ll be highlighting the sexism and challenges women still face in the workplace every day. From the UK to Australia, we’ve had over 300 of you share your thoughts and experiences. We’ll be covering the gender pay and promotions gap, sexual harassment in the workplace, the impact of Covid-19 on women, and of course those all too familiar jokes and behaviours that are so often...

Grace is a Senior International Marketing Manager in the Film & Entertainment industry working for one of biggest global film franchises in the world, and we get to talk to her all about her journey, and why you should view your career as a marathon, rather than a sprint and how we can begin to change that perspective. Grace also talks to us about her diagnosis of M.E and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and the very important topic, balancing your health with work. For further information on M.E...

TW: This episode contains discussions around body image & body confidence. In this very special episode, we talk to Merv from You At Yours, a body confidence photographer and a true ally to women, about how body confidence can affect every aspect of our lives. We talk about the things that make us feel good, and the things that make us feel not so good, and we get Merv's expert advice on the small things we can do to empower ourselves to love our bodies. ****** SHOW NOTES Want to get in...

This week, we are speaking with Essie, who is now a teacher at a London based school, but who has an extensive career in the media industry before that! We talk to her about what made her make such a career change, and we get the practical tips and advice she recommends to anyone thinking about a move into a completely different role or industry, too. ****** SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials:...

Sophie Gallagher is Deputy Lifestyle Editor at The Independent, and having previously been a Lifestyle Reporter at Huff Post, we talk to Sophie all about her career in journalism and get her top tips on how to get into the industry if you're interested in following a similar career path! We couldn't have done this interview without also talking to Sophie about her campaign on cyber flashing, which is currently being reviewed by the Law Commission as to whether it should be added to the Sexual...

We are back with our wonderful guest interviews and this week, we are talking to Katie, a Product Manager for IBM in Austin, Texas. We chat with Katie all about how to ask for a promotion or a raise, the importance of understanding your strengths and what you bring to the table, and also why you absolutely need to get to know your team. ****** SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** See...

Happy International Women's Day! This years theme is #ChooseToChallenge and so in today's episode, we're talking about we can challenge ourselves to be allies and advocates for other women in the workplace. SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Working from home or working remotely comes with a lot of positives, but one of the downsides can be that we may not be as visible to management as we once were when we were all working in the same office. So, how do you make sure that you stand out while working from home? In today's episode, we talk through some of the ways you can do just that. (Spoiler: none of them include working longer hours!) Also, while you're here, why not register for your FREE ticket to our International Women's...

Building resilience so that you can bounce back from your mistakes and / or rejection is super important. We all have a lot more resilience than we think, but in this episode, we walk through some of the most helpful methods to get you through some of those tough moments and, Em poses what could be one of the most important debates of the podcast so far! **** SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials:...

Jen is the founder of NetWerk®, a global women’s organization and movement that builds leadership and confidence with creative networking and dancing and today, we talk to her all about the importance of networking and the struggles and challenges that it brings us as career women. We also talk about how to be a leader when you’re not the boss - whether you’re leading a project or stepping up in your role to lead a team without the title, Jen’s advice will be invaluable! ***** SHOW...

In this episode, we talk with Sophie - a Leadership Coach - all about the benefits of mentorship for career women, how it can shine a light on your thinking, offer a different perspective and allows for diverse thoughts and experiences. We also touch on networking as women, and how you should reframe the term 'networking' into something that suits you! SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** ...

Women naturally shy away from self-promotion, but it’s arguably one of the most important skills you can master. We talk to Joanne about what self-promotion really is, how to self-promote effectively and why it’s absolutely essential for you to be able to control your own narrative for your career progression. ****** SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ Contact...

Employment Solicitor Alicia talks to us about life in the corporate world, the importance of mental health in workplaces, learning that you don't have to be best friends with your colleagues and what it means to be disruptive as women in our careers. ****** SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A leadership coach shares her advice for career changes, showing up for your team, and why you should always be building on your strengths. We also talk about how important it is to find the things that bring you joy and to follow your passions and, if you’re not sure in which direction to go in, start moving towards the positives and figuring out your ‘why’. SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials:...

Self-doubt and imposter syndrome are two things that we're all too familiar with, and in this episode, we talk to Kirsty from The Purpose Coach about how to overcome self-doubt, the power of visualisation and how to stay motivated to achieve your goals. SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're not entirely sure how, but we've made it to the end of 2020 and to the end of Season 1 of The Girls in Work Podcast! In this episode, we look back at some of the words of wisdom from our fabulous S1 guests, have a giggle at some of our bloopers and reflect on the year that has been 2020. Grab a brew and come have a giggle with us. SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** See...

Really knowing what you want to achieve is step 1 in actually achieving it. In this episode, we talk about the importance of setting goals, reviewing them regularly, and other tools you can use to further your own personal development in the workplace. SHOW NOTES Books mentioned: Feel The Fear & Do It Anyway – Susan Jeffers Lean In – Sheryl Sandberg Miracle Morning – Hal Elrod Black Box Thinking – Matthew Syed Women Don’t Owe You Pretty - Florence Given The Discomfort Zone – Farrah...

This week, we’re talking with Kat, who is a high school maths teacher (we know, you couldn’t pay us enough either!) but, Kat was made for teaching, and she talks to us about the trials and hilarious tribulations of teaching teenage kids on a daily basis, what you can expect if you’re planning on going into the profession, and her advice for all new teachers out there, too. SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials:...

Nina is a Senior Director in the Tech world, and having lived and worked in many different countries and cultures, she talks to us about why you should never lose your femininity, and why being a woman in the world of business is your strength, not a disadvantage. ****** SHOW NOTES Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website: www.girlsinwork.com Socials: @girlsinwork_ ****** See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jenn Donahue is a naval officer, engineer and mentor, and in this episode, we talk to her about her experiences in the military, and what 25 years of service has taught her about leadership and mentorship. You're going to want to listen to this one, trust us! ****** SHOW NOTES How to get in touch with Jenn - Website: www.jenndonahue.com LinkendIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jenndonahue-phd-pe/ Email: [email protected] Want to get in touch with us? Here's how: Email: [email protected] Website:...