This week I am sitting down with someone who I have wanted to speak with since deciding to launch the podcast – Mary Haddock-Staniland, a globally recognised Diversity & Inclusion Executive, keynote speaker, and thought leader. Mary shares her compelling journey as a trans woman who has overcome numerous challenges to become a leading advocate for equity and inclusion. She offers profound insights into what it means to be truly authentic and self-accepting, both personally and professionally. By tuning into this episode, you will gain valuable perspectives on how to foster inclusive environments and lead with empathy and authenticity. In this episode you will also learn: What the true meaning of inclusion is and what it takes to be seen and heard for who you genuinely are Discover the signs of living an inauthentic life and the emotional and psychological impacts it can have Strategies to help you embrace your true self and cultivate internal self-acceptance Insights into the critical actions leaders must take to build truly inclusive and accepting workplace cultures Hear Mary’s top three recommendations for stepping into authenticity and self-acceptance, so you can make meaningful changes in your life- We would love to know what you thought of this episode. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn, or if you wish to reach out to Mary please use the links below. Also, if you know someone else would benefit from listening to this week’s episode, please pass it on. Are you enjoying the Lead With Less podcast? You can leave a review on Apple or Spotify, or submit a question in the Q&A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! Success Sessions: Success Sessions have officially kicked off! This is a free monthly workshop for ambitious and skilled professionals like you. Do you want to enhance your thinking, grow your influence, strengthen your relationships, and effectively show up in both your professional and personal life? Join me for the next one HERE. Connect with Mary:Website: www.maryhadstan.comFacebook: Mary HadstanInstagram: @maryhadstanBlog: www.hrmannz.co.nzLinkedIn: Mary Haddock Staniland Connect with me:Website: tashpieterse.com Instagram: @tash_pieterse LinkedIn: tashpieterse