In this enlightening episode of the Leaders Podcast, host Laura MacDonald welcomes Anita Arscott Brookes - Licensed Menopause Champion, Insights Discovery practitioner, and founder of Arscott Brookes Consultancy. Together, they dive deep into the often-misunderstood topic of menopause, exploring its impact on women in the workplace and beyond

Anita shares her personal journey, the challenges she faced, and how her experiences inspired her to empower others through education and open conversation. The discussion covers the importance of supportive leadership, the need for workplace policies, and practical strategies for both individuals and organisations to better support those experiencing menopause

Whether you’re a leader, a team member, or simply curious about how to foster more inclusive and understanding workplaces, this episode offers valuable insights, actionable advice, and a reminder that every person’s experience is unique. Tune in to learn how knowledge, empathy, and open dialogue can make a real difference

Guest links:

• Website: arscottbrookes.co.uk
• LinkedIn: Anita Arscott Brookes | LinkedIn

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In this episode of the Leaders Podcast, host Laura MacDonald welcomes Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of Firebird, TEDx speaker, and author of "How to Be Autistic", for an honest conversation about neurodiversity at work and in life. Rachel shares her journey with late-diagnosed autism and ADHD, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and why authentic inclusion matters.

Laura and Rachel discuss how organisations can create truly inclusive cultures, the benefits of embracing neurodiversity, and practical ways leaders can support their teams. Rachel also talks about her advocacy, AuDHD Day, and the joy found in neurodivergent experiences.

Whether you’re a leader or simply interested in inclusion, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Learn more about Rachel’s work at askfirebird.com.

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In this episode of The Leaders Podcast, we dive deep into the unique journey of solopreneurship and the powerful lessons it offers about leadership. Drawing from five years of personal experience, I explore how leading a business of one transforms traditional ideas of leadership, accountability, and influence.

Discover the challenges and rewards of self-leadership, building a supportive network, and shaping your own company culture. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, you’ll find practical insights on resilience, decision fatigue, and the importance of staying true to your vision.

Tune in to learn why solopreneurs are some of the strongest leaders out there - and what every leader can learn from their journey.

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Visit my website Leadership Consultant | Laura the Leaders Coach to discover all my services for both private and business clients, catch up on the latest episodes of The Leaders Podcast, and access my free resources.

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