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Do Good and Do Well

Do Good and Do Well

By: Sarah Fox
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 I'm Sarah Fox and this is Do Good and Do Well, a podcast for purpose driven leaders and founders exploring how you can make a positive contribution without burning out. Join me as I talk to people about ways we can do good in our work and businesses, about how we can lean into our values and what matters and take care of ourselves in the process.Sarah Fox 2020 - 2024 Art Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Speak Up, Share Your Story: Finding Your Voice with Siobhan Strode

    Speak Up, Share Your Story: Finding Your Voice with Siobhan Strode
    May 12 2025
    In this episode, I had a brilliant conversation with Siobhan Strode, an advocacy consultant, mentor for change-makers, and the founder of This Sister Speaks. With her rich background in communications, education, activism, and politics, Siobhan helps people and organisations find their confidence, raise their voices, and make real, lasting change. We talked about the incredible power that comes from sharing your own story, the importance of leading from your core values, and the idea that true leadership begins with understanding who you are and what you stand for. Siobhan shared such valuable insights into how we, as purpose-driven leaders, can speak up confidently, build movements that truly matter, and create change that endures. This conversation is a reminder that doing good and doing well isn't about having the loudest voice, but about having one that is clear, honest, and true to you. Key Takeaways Your Story is Powerful: Sharing our experiences, even the ones we think are small or ordinary, is a vital act. It helps combat the historical erasure of women's voices and builds connection. Lead as Yourself: Trying to fit a mould or maintain a purely 'professional' front can squash us down. Leading authentically, embracing all parts of who we are and what we care about, builds trust and attracts the right opportunities. Find Your Sisterhood: Having a community of people who support you is crucial. These spaces offer solidarity, a place to practise using your voice, receive constructive feedback, and gain the confidence to take risks. Small Ripples Make Waves: You don't have to run for Parliament to make a difference (though Siobhan did!). Speaking up against injustice or apathy, even in seemingly small ways like challenging a comment or sharing your perspective, creates a ripple effect and shows others what's possible. Sustain Your Energy: Activism and change-making require energy. Looking after ourselves through rest, getting outdoors, setting boundaries, asking for help, and nurturing connections isn't a luxury; it's essential for sustaining our efforts long-term. Episode Highlights [04:52] The pivotal childhood experience that ignited Siobhan's drive to combat apathy and speak out. [08:37] Discussing the importance of creating safe, encouraging spaces where women can share experiences without taboo. [10:55] Exploring why visibility matters and how seeing others speak up, even imperfectly, can empower us. [20:51] The shift from trying to 'fit in' and appear professional to the power of leading as your whole self. [23:46] How to navigate decisions about work or collaborations when values don't align, and the privilege involved in saying no. [35:10] Practical ways Siobhan looks after herself to sustain her energy for activism, focusing on nature, boundaries, and sisterhood. About Siobhan Strode Siobhan Strode is an advocacy consultant, mentor, and founder of This Sister Speaks. She helps change-makers raise their voices and lead with impact. Instagram: @‌thissisterscribes LinkedIn: Siobhan Strode Programme: This Sister Speaks Waitlist Episode Links: Carl Jung quote “The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed”. Tricia Hersey - Rest is Resistance Rest Is Resistance: Free yourself from grind culture and reclaim your life a book by Tricia Hersey. Keri Jarvis Keri Jarvis | Composting- Group Coaching for the Polycrisis. Keri Jarvis, Accredited Coach & Community Activist The Portal Collective: A community platform mentioned for finding connection and support. Join The Portal Collective Audre Lorde: Influential writer and activist mentioned in the conversation. Merlin Bird ID App: The app Sarah uses to identify bird sounds. Credits I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please find me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahfoxcoach/). This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft (http://lucylucraft.co.uk ). If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!
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    46 mins
  • Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Accounting for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs with Kirsty Heywood-MacDonald

    Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Accounting for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs with Kirsty Heywood-MacDonald
    Mar 31 2025

    In this episode, I chat to Kirsty Heywood-McDonald, the founder of Heywood-MacDonald Accountancy Services. Kirsty discusses her mission to break down barriers and create inclusive environments for neurodivergent and disabled entrepreneurs.

    Kirsty shares her personal experiences with redundancy and discrimination, which fuelled her passion to establish a business that supports and empowers individuals with disabilities.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Entrepreneurs with neurodiversity and disabilities often face challenges such as stress, anxiety around finances, burnout, and difficulties with organisation, time management and processing complex financial information.

    • Creating a supportive and inclusive environment is essential for entrepreneurs to thrive and contribute their best.

    • Simple adjustments and a focus on open communication can make a significant difference in supporting individuals with disabilities, without necessarily incurring high costs.

    • Kirsty emphasises the importance of having open conversations with clients and team members to understand their needs and challenges, and then co-creating supportive ways of working.

    • Inclusive practices benefit everyone in the workplace by fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and respect.

    Episode Highlights:

    02:18 Challenges Faced by Neurodivergent and Disabled Entrepreneurs

    03:56 Financial Management and Support Strategies

    20:39 Creating an Inclusive Workplace

    24:22 Access to Work and Grants

    34:32 Mandatory Training and Systemic Changes

    39:41 Practical Tips for Businesses

    About the Guest:

    Kirsty (she/her) is the founder of Heywood-MacDonald Accountancy Services Ltd, a multi-award winning practice specialising in supporting neurodivergent and disabled entrepreneurs. Her mission is clear: to dismantle barriers and foster inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.

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    Episode Links:

    • https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/disability-confident-campaign

    • https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work

    • https://mhfaengland.org

    End Credits:

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please find me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahfoxcoach/).

    This episode was written and recorded by me and produced byhttp://lucylucraft.co.uk.

    If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review.
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    45 mins
  • How to Stop People-Pleasing with Astrid Korin

    How to Stop People-Pleasing with Astrid Korin
    Mar 24 2025

    In this episode, I chat with Astrid Korin, an accredited transformative executive coach, about people-pleasing. We discuss what people-pleasing is, how it shows up in our lives, and what we can do about it. Astrid shares her insights from her 20 years of experience working with senior leaders worldwide.

    Key Takeaways:

    • People-pleasing can be defined as going over and beyond to accommodate others, even when it is not in our best interest.

    • Some common signs of people-pleasing include difficulty saying no, overthinking conversations, and struggling to give and receive feedback.

    • People-pleasing can be harmful because it can lead to resentment, burnout, and us not being our authentic selves.

    • To overcome people-pleasing, we need to become aware of our triggers and start setting boundaries.

    • It is important to remember that overcoming people-pleasing is a journey and not a destination.

    Episode Highlights:

    • 02:41: What are the common signs of people-pleasing?

    • 06:50: How people-pleasing can show up in our relationships.

    • 10:15: The difference between people-pleasing and being collaborative.

    • 14:10: How people-pleasing can affect our well-being.

    • 21:05: How to start creating healthier boundaries.

    • 29:35: The importance of having an accountability partner.

    • 36:15: How to deal with people's reactions to our new boundaries.

    • 41:10: The one thing you can do right now to start overcoming people-pleasing.

    About the Guest:

    Astrid Korin is an accredited transformative executive coach. She is passionate about putting the human back into leadership and works with leaders and teams to help them connect deeply with themselves and each other so that they can thrive and build successful, sustainable businesses.

    You can connect with Astrid on LinkedIn or through her website:

    • Astrid's LinkedIn

    • Astrid's website

    • Inside Out Leadership | Mindful Leadership Coaching

    Episode Links:

    • How Women Rise by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith

    • Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman

    • "I spent so much of my life proving my worth, I forgot to play" Gabor Mate

    • Brene Brown "Dare to Lead"

    • Dr Karen Smith (mindfulness coaching) - https://outsidethought.co.uk

    End Credits:

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please find me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahfoxcoach/).

    This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft (https://lucylucraft.co.uk).

    If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5* rating and review!
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    51 mins

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