The She Project

On today's episode we have Julie Palmer. Julie started her career in the lab however then found her passion as a project manager. Julie attributes her methodically wired brain and her passion for people to be the perfect recipe for her career.  On this episode we're going to discuss:  Finding your voice Building relationships Recognising different personality types Contact Julie on Linked In by clicking here. Subscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here.  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Make sure you always leave a review and subscribe!  Thanks, The She Project

On today's episode we have Rachael Orleans. She is currently Director of Business Change, leading Change Management for Global Operations in International markets and was previously Head of Leadership and Talent Development for International Markets. With over 20 years of corporate experience in large global organizations, she has held various leadership roles in organizational and talent development, marketing and communications, Client Management, and Operations at Credit Suisse, HSBC and UBS in the UK, Malaysia and Hong Kong. On this episode we're going to discuss:  What influenced Rachael's choice to move abroad The importance of networking and building relationships for future opportunities Adapting to the cultural differences between the UK, Malaysia and Hong Kong Support from friends and family  How she's grown personally and professionally from moving abroad Getting made redundant in a foreign country  Contact Rachael on Linked In by clicking here. Subscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here.  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Make sure you always leave a review and subscribe!  Thanks, The She Project

On today's episode we are joined by Natalie O'Donnell. Natalie has a varied career background across many leadership roles within the Financial Services and Technology industries. On today's episode, we discuss what makes a great leader, how to develop a leadership mindset and invest in yourself, as well as giving back and how Natalie supports the younger generation of females coming through the business. Contact Natalie on Linked In by clicking here. Subscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here.  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

 Shona has over 20 years corporate experience in delivering learning & talent development solutions. Whilst having primarily worked within the engineering, technology and construction sectors her versatile style, confidence and infectious enthusiasm enables her to adapt to a wide spectrum of working environments. Shona  set up the ASM difference in August 2018 to re-engage with her passion to nurture talent and harness the power of people to drive company performance through direct working relationships or bespoke consultancies. She describes success as about doing something that matters and creating experiences for individuals and frameworks for organisations to be able to work out what success looks like for them and how they can be the best they can be. On today's episode we are discussing Shona's own journey to self acceptance, her opinions on identifying and dealing with imposter syndrome as well as how she is now giving back and encouraging young girls to accept themselves for who they are and understanding that 'they are enough' through her incredible work with The Shona Project. Contact Shona on Linked In by clicking here. Subscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here.  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Natalie has worked in numerous organisations in a variety of technology and change roles for over 20 years, 8 of those with Barclays. In her current role Natalie leads global teams to deliver large transformation programmes. Natalie believes that self-leadership is key to a successful, happy career and is passionate about sharing her insights to help other women on their career journey.\r\n \r\nContact Natalie on Linked In by clicking here.\r\n\r\nSubscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here. \r\nFollow The She Project on:\r\n\r\nInstagram: @thesheprojectpodcast\r\nFacebook\r\nLinked In\r\n\r\nOr contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com\r\n\r\nPlease subscribe & leave a review.\r\n\r\nThanks,\r\nThe She Project\r\n

On today's episode we are joined by the amazing Erin Elliot. Erin currently works in Royal London as a senior BA but she has quite a varied career journey to date. Erin has worked in Salesforce and different consultancies before moving to Royal London as a BA. Over the span of her career, she has spent time exploring different career paths to really understand what she wants to do. In this episode, we will be exploring the benefits this has brought to her career, how Erin was able to make decisions about "what role next" as well as any challenges.\r\n \r\nContact Erin on Linked In by clicking here.\r\n\r\nSubscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here. \r\nFollow The She Project on:\r\n\r\nInstagram: @thesheprojectpodcast\r\nFacebook\r\nLinked In\r\n\r\nOr contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com\r\n\r\nPlease subscribe & leave a review.\r\n\r\nThanks,\r\nThe She Project\r\n

On today's episode we are joined by the amazing Emely Patra of Mulesoft. Emely has an extensive background in Technology, and was successful in gaining her Salesforce CTA in only two and a half years  whilst also juggling a family - if you know Salesforce you will know what an achievement this is! Emely joins us to discuss what sparked her interest in Technology but also the lack of female role models and team members she's had through the years and how we can tackle this problem.   Contact Emely on Linked In by clicking here. Subscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here.  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Join Sophie & Sabina discuss their career stories to date and how they have managed to build their own businesses moving later to a business partnership whilst going through different life challenges such as IVF, post natal depression and raising a family. Sabina and Sophie talk very openly and honestly about the positives of running their business together however also some of the struggles they’ve faced and how they manage their parent guilt every day. Sabina Hinchliffe After graduating with a BA in English Literature, Sabina worked in high level PA, administration and event management for over 12 years. Sabina had spent most of her working life in large organisations in both the private and public sector at Edexcel (a Pearson company), M&G Investments (Prudential) and the National Audit Office in London. After deciding to leave her London city life to bring up her two girls, Sabina has successfully grown a Boutique virtual PA and personal touch recruitment  business alongside her business partner Sophie Carsons. Contact Sabina and Sophie on:: https://www.pabusinesssupport.co.uk/ Instagram: @sabinahinch @mrsscarsons Subscribe to The She Project Newsletter by clicking here.  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Arran is a Freelance Journalist and Assistant Producer for BBC News and Sport. She started in the industry at 18 years old on a Production Apprenticeship Scheme and has rose through the ranks ever since. She is currently working as an Assistant Producer for BBC Scotland’s flagship football programme Sportscene and is preparing for her biggest career challenge yet - covering the Olympic Games this summer.  In this episode, Arran spoke to us about what it’s like working in such a male dominated industry as a young female and tips she has for anyone wanting to forge a career in Sport, as well as how she keeps confident through different challenges such as being a female in a male dominated sporting world, making television appearances as well as navigating a pandemic as a freelance journalist.  Follow Arran on: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arran-hannah-0a7331172/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArranHannah Instagram: @arranhannah_ Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Hannah Pudner joins The She Project to discuss the issue of microaggressions and unconscious biases. Hannah is an experienced non-for-profit leader, with a career striving for social change through campaigning, the legislative process and community engagement.  She is currently Interim Deputy CEO at the international development agency United Purpose - an £18 million turnover charity, working to address extreme poverty in 19 countries and reaching 4 million people per year. Before then she was Assistant Director (External Strategy) at the world's largest online university - the Open University, and before then she was Director of the National Union of Students, the UK's student movement. She lives in Cardiff, Wales. In this episode we will be talking about: What are microaggressions and unconscious biases? Hannah's experience of these in the workplace How to react and deal with these  Making sure women have a voice Follow Hannah on: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahpudner/  Twitter: @hannahpudner  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Angela joins The She Project to discuss finding your purpose. Angela Choi is an International Life Purpose and Career Coach. She helps driven professionals who feel stuck and unfulfilled to discover their purpose so that they can have both the impact and income that they want.  In this episode, we will be looking at:  Dealing with societal pressures What does a fulfilling role look like Why do people feel unfulfilled in their roles Finding your purpose in work and in life Find out more about Angela at: www.angelachoi.co Instgram: AngelaChoi.co Facebook: AngelaChoi.co Sign up for her FREE guide, 6 Steps to Living Your Purpose at www.angelachoi.co/6-steps-to-purpose Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Hi everyone! I thought I'd use this episode for a quick catch up & look back at season 1 and what we learned, and look forward to 2021. To sign up for the newsletter, follow this link: http://eepurl.com/hnbNw9 Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project Add a Transcript Get episode better indexed by search engines. Add Chapter Markers Listeners can tap through & see what’s coming up. Create a Visual SoundbiteBest way to share to social media for engagement. Share Episode On Facebook Twitter LinkedIn More Options Email Link to Episode Copy Direct Link to MP3 Copy Download MP3 Embed this ONE Episode View

Nina Jacinto joins The She Project to discuss the importance of self development and the development gap between males and females. Nina has been coaching people in the workplace since she graduated from Pomona College in 2008. Currently the Vice President of People & Culture for an e-commerce startup, Nina oversees the Human Resources function of the company and advises Executive Leadership and managers on how best to develop and support their teams. In addition, Nina provides one-on-one consulting and coaching to private clients to better support peoples career, fitness, and finance goals.  In this episode we will be talking about: The importance of self development The gap in development opportunities for females Knowing if a role is right for you Setting boundaries and being careful about the skills you develop How can companies bridge the development gap and support female talent Find out more about Nina and her coaching business by visiting ninajacinto.com Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Amy Williams joins The She Project to discuss her career in Technology, looking at the myths around Technology roles as well as what it's like to be a female in Technology. Amy spent just over a decade at a large global consulting firm in their Financial Services Technology practise and her background is primarily working on complex systems integration programmes at most of the large UK Financial Services institutions. Amy joined one of the largest UK Banks in June of 2017 to lead the Open Banking Technology Programme, and at the end of 2019 was appointed Chief Information Officer for the Business Banking division of the UK Bank. In this episode we will be talking about: Myths and assumptions around working in technology Working in technology without the 'technical' experience or background Career planning v natural progression Asking for a seat around the table Advice for anyone looking to move into technology  Follow Amy on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-williams-618bb612//  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Emma Lloyd joins The She Project to discuss the ways her personality traits have impacted her career. Emma has repeatedly received feedback throughout her career & school years about certain personality traits such as her sensitivity and has been advised that she should try 'tone it down' or try get rid of it completely. Despite this, Emma has used these personality traits and believes these are exactly why she has been so successful in her career and now is Head of Experience at MB people as well as owning her own Coaching business called Create the Ripple which she also uses as a platform to spread positivity on Twitter.  In this episode we will be talking about: What traits don't fit the 'traditional' view of a leader Managing these traits and turning them into her 'superpowers' How these traits have impacted her career How the traditional leadership role and traits are changing Follow Emma on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmaclloyd/  Follow Create the Ripple on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CreateTheRipple  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Jen Drabble joins The She Project to discuss her career journey where she is now a director of data in financial services. She and the team focus on applying a scientific approach to problems and embedding a data-driven product-led culture. She is a keen advocate for encouraging diversity within the data industry and believes that a breath of experiences and backgrounds build the best products. Jen has worked across design, digital, retail and b2b financial products including two years in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this episode we will be talking about: The importance of having great managers How she has made key decisions through her career journey Challenges of being younger than her colleagues Dealing with imposter syndrome Follow Jen on Linked In at: www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdrabble/ Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Carrie Barclay joins The She Project to discuss her career journey. Carrie is an Accountant, Business and Financial Coach. Having worked in Accountancy for 14 years helping implement a new financial change project for the Scottish Courts and a £25 million pound hotel refurbishment she decided to start her own business. Carrie has successfully grown a small accountancy practice into six figures and recently during Covid has started a second business empowering female entrepreneurs with their business and finances. She felt passionate about the disparities felt by female entrepreneurs and is working to make change and to mentor fellow business owners.  In this episode, we will discuss:  Carrie's decision to go part time & how it impacted her career Finding a balance & dealing with parent guilt Carrie's experiences with female inequalities in her industry Advice for women starting their own business Instagram: @herfearlessfinances Website: www.herfearlessfinance.co.uk  Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/herfearlesfinance Carries FREE guide to profitable business: www.herfearlessfinance.co.uk/free  Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Afifa Siddiqui joins The She Project to discuss her career journey as an Entrepreneur. Afifa began her career as an engineer however she now owns multiple businesses. Afifa describes herself as having 'always been entrepreneurial' and on this episode we will discuss:    How to recognise opportunities as an entrepreneur Challenges of being an entrepreneur in a pandemic Challenges of being an ethnic female entrepreneur How to move past these challenges CPS Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/11294341/ CPS Twitter: https://twitter.com/CanadianPEO Afifa Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afifas/ Afifa Twitter: https://twitter.com/afifao Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

On this episode of The She Project, we are joined by Katy Goodrich who works as a Client Success Director for Adobe.  About Katy: "At Adobe, Katy is a Customer Success Director and co-lead for Women at Adobe and Social Impact Teams for the UK. As part of her Customer Success role, she works with Adobe’s largest Financial Services customers as a trusted advisor towards their digital transformations. Her Women at Adobe and leadership of Social Impact teams involves creating internal programs and community partnerships to promote causes top of mind for Adobe employees, such as championing gender diversity in tech. Her recent accomplishments include co-organizing and hosting Adobe’s first Women in Marketing speaker training program to bring more diverse voices to marketing and financial marketing conferences. She also founded and leads Adobe’s Financial Services Executive Women’s Roundtable, promoting networking and knowledge-sharing among female leaders in Adobe’s customer base. Recently, she co-launched an EMEA Adobe for All Book Club, a space for ongoing reading and ideas to encourage a more inclusive environment for conversation." In this episode, Katy discusses how networking has been pivotal in achieving her career success. Katy will go into detail about her experience with networking and how she has been able to successfully build up her personal brand by getting involved in different initiatives. Katy has recently been name us one of Yahoo Finance's 2020 HERoes Future Female Leaders due to her contributions to gender diversity at work. In this episode we will discuss: Why & how to build your personal brand Networking while working remotely Building your network before you need it Do you need a networking strategy? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgoodrich/ Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project

Tracy Bessant joins The She Project to discuss her career journey to date. In this episode we will discuss the ups and downs of her career journey, starting out as the first female Apple Technician in the UK, following up with several different roles in Technology before making the move into the world of Finance. Talking points include:  Being a woman in technology The impact of mindset Self discipline and keeping yourself accountable Imposter syndrome and how to deal with it Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybessant/ Follow The She Project on: Instagram: @thesheprojectpodcast Facebook Linked In Or contact Laura at thesheproject@outlook.com Please subscribe & leave a review. Thanks, The She Project