In this episode, I had the great pleasure of sitting down with Mike Silverberg, a seasoned HR leader, coach, and founder of Silver Lining. Tune in for a raw and energising conversation on how to lead with courage, bounce back stronger, and build teams that truly thrive. We also examine ways to navigate change, overcome setbacks, and build resilient leadership skills—super timely in today’s fast-paced world.

You'll also hear inspiring stories from Mike, from his career pivots, to working with LEGO, and relocating to Amsterdam.

As always you'll hear actionable insights on leadership, personal growth, and thriving through adversity.

Enjoy!

What a guest, what an episode! On Episode 6 I'm joined by the immeasurable Wendy Gardner who is the founder of Ohana Foundation, an organisation which combines corporate rigour with disarming warmth, helping leaders and teams move from surviving to thriving.

In this episode we discover how Wendy's experience working at retail giants and tech firms taught her how to navigate boardrooms and break barriers, but it was her daughter's attempt to end her life that transformed her perspective entirely—showing her that not everything needs solving.

Some of the key topics we dive into:

• Why self-love isn't selfish—it's vital for well-being
• The importance of compassionate leadership and authenticity
• The masks we wear that hide our true selves, leading to exhaustion and disconnection - it’s time to take the masks off!
• The struggle to (and importance of!) embracing self-belief
• The urgent need for supportive communities that foster connection and open dialogue

Enjoy!

Why is it so hard to create real change in diversity, equity, and inclusion?

This week, I’m excited to chat to the incredible Richard Cootie, a DEI specialist and anti-racism advocate, who has dedicated his life to empowering others and making systemic change.

Richard’s journey is an inspiring one, and in this episode, we dive deep into the heart of diversity, equity, and inclusion, with key insights on how we can all take action to drive real change:

In this episode, we discuss:

1. The importance of authenticity in leadership and inclusion
2. Why equity should be the foundation of every organization’s DEI strategy
3. How to overcome systemic challenges and create equal opportunities for all
4. The role of mentors, sponsors, and advocates in empowering underrepresented groups
5. Richard’s powerful thoughts on leveraging privilege to level the playing field

Richard’s perspective is something we all need to hear, especially as we look at the real-world impact of inclusion, equity, and social justice. If you’re ready to get inspired and learn how to take action in your own sphere of influence, listen now!