Northern Power Women Podcast

Simone speaks to Rishi Jain all about being an advocate and an agent of change and how we can all lift people up Listen to Learn Why men must be part of the gender equality conversation Why putting people forward for opportunities is important Why embedding advocates all across an organisation is vital to diversity The importance of instilling a culture where people can debate, disrupt and innovate Download the Cheat Sheet here!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone speaks to Michelle Forward all about the power of mentoring and how it can transform your career, mindset and life. Listen to Learn… The impact that a mentor can have on your life and career How mentoring can provide a safe space for frustrations and hurdles How to reach out to a mentor: what are your goals, questions or needs How to set boundaries in a mentoring relationship Download the cheat sheet here!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone speaks to Louise Beardmore all about overcoming challenges (or ‘gifts’ as she called them) and seizing opportunity Listen to learn…. How applying self-belief can help you achieve your goals Why you should focus on the things you can change Why a team’s strengths lie in their differences not their similarities The importance of supporting young people Download the Cheat Sheet here!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone speaks to Armoghan Mohammed all about his passion for the north Listen to learn… How to build a career in the North What the future of work in the North looks like The benefits of representing the communities you operate in The opportunity for the North to lead the way Download the Cheat Sheet here!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone speaks to Shelina Begum all about profile building and where to start Listen to learn… Why it is important to be your own cheerleader How to go from a corporate job to a portfolio career How important the act of listening can be The importance of having confidence and conviction in what you are saying Download the Power Up cheat sheet SummarySign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone speaks to Maya Ellis all about what it takes to hold board and trustee positions Listen to learn… The difference between a trustee and a NED The responsibilities required to be a board member Why you should become a board member How to start looking for a Board position Download the Power Up cheat sheet SummarySign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Sam and Simone discuss the challenges facing employers in the hospitality industry and the need for investment in digital skills and devices. Life Lessons this week are from Alveena Malik, CEO and Co-founder of One Million Mentors who talks about finding her purpose in life and sharing her vulnerable side with her team as a leader. Get ready for our Power Up Season of the podcast coming to you on 26th July! https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be Heard – register today!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

A very special episode of the Northern Power Women podcast, in tribute to the incredible Professor Jane Turner; business leader, pioneer, and Pro-Vice chancellor of Teesside University.  https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/  Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker  Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone gives an update on the latest Be Heard  event in which Marnie Millard OBE shared her top tips on building confidence and stepping outside your comfort zone, the 30 minute event was recorded at UA92 in Manchester, you can catch up on the Be Heard You Tube channel . Simone and Sam discuss an article about how the Bank of England and Financial Conduct Authority  are speeding up the progress that’s being made in making the City of London more diverse and also a sneak preview of the forthcoming Power Up season of the NPW Podcast starting in 2 weeks!  Life Lessons this week are from Ameena Ahmed, serial Chief Exec who has worked across 3 sectors.  Ameena has a passion about creating environments that encourage people to develop their greatest potential.  Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone talks about the success of last week’s Carousel Networking session (supported by BNY Mellon) and her guest appearance at a She Leads for Legacy event talking about how to be an effective ally.  Sam talks about the nerves of doing a 45-minute speaking gig in the autumn, and highly recommends a new podcast she’s been listening to called Your Black Friend.  Life Lessons this week are from Gillian Charlton, Serving Warrant Officer with the British Army. Gillian is also a cancer survivor and uses her experience to support others as an executive member of the Armed Forces Chronic Conditions and Disabilities in Defence Network. She speaks about the career changes she made within the army, as well as the importance of a psychological contract with an organisation.  Register for today’s Be Heard event all about taking the next steps: Build your confidence & Grow your profile.  https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be Heard – register today!Si

Sam is back from NYC and is reflecting on how you can reset company culture with some jaw-dropping statistics. Simone discusses KPMG’s recent policy of camera free Fridays and hints at the nexts developments of the Power Platform. Life Lessons this week are from Michelle Partington, the first female frontline paramedic with the RAF Regiment and Invictus Games Competitor. She speaks about learning from those who make mistakes and don’t correct them as well as the importance of stating your achievements upfront on your CV. Register for Early Careers Carousel Networking in partnership with BNY Mellon on 30th June Register for the next Be Heard event all about taking the next steps: Build your confidence & Grow your profile on 5th July Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be Heard – register today!Sign up to our Power Pla

This week Simone is joined by Award winning founder of The Career Mum and Senior Manager at Accenture, Amanda Newman Amanda talks about her recent breast cancer diagnosis and the value of openly discussing this with her family, team and employer. The NPW community are here to support and cheer Amanda on! Life Lessons this week are from Jayoti Dutta-Genner, Associate Manager at Accenture’s Advanced Technology Centre (ATC) who talks about the importance of knowing you have tried your best and how to handle workplace bullying. Register for Early Careers Carousel Networking in partnership with BNY Mellon Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Amanda Newman Sponsored by Be Heard – register today!  Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram &am

Simone is buzzing from the latest Power Circle discussing the new traits of leadership research NPW are undertaking with Teesside University   Sam talks about setting bou​ndaries in the freelance world and shares an interesting article on burnout Life Lessons this week are from UK Global Talent Visa recipient & Coach, Founder Made With Glove, Michelle Hua, who talks the freedom of being an entrepreneur and the importance of being armed with knowledge when asking for a pay rise  Register for Early Careers Carousel Networking in partnership with BNY Mellon Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be Heard – register today!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone shares how she got on wild camping in her Campervan with Northern Power Man and the kindness of people rallying around them. Sam talks about the latest WhatsApp scam going around. Life Lessons this week are from founder & CEO of Lingotot, Angela Sterling who talks about appearing on Dragon’s Den, rejecting the need to be super corporate and empowering over 50 women to establish their own Lingotot language business. Have your say in our poll about leadership by voting here.  Get involved with virtual carousel networking in partnership with BNY Mellon on 30th June - register here. Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be Heard - register today!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Si

In this week’s travel special episode Simone reflects on her trip to Manchester to meet up with real life Northern Power Women! Sam flew to LA to reunite with old friends with just a slight bump in the road… Life Lessons this week are from Anu Kaura, an experienced, professional In-House Lawyer and Head of Legal for Malhotra Group PLC. She talks about honing her leadership skills as well as encouraging everyone to step out of their comfort zone. Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be HeardSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone talks about her excitement about the NPW team coming together physically for the first time in over a year. Sam celebrates her daughter’s first vaccine in Arizona and what is coming up for Be Heard… Join us for the official launch of the Be Heard platform here for your one-way ticket out of your comfort zone. Life Lessons this week are from the co-founder of InnovateHer, Chelsea Slater who talks about the practicalities of changing careers, giving presentations, and the strength in just being yourself! Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker   Sponsored by Be HeardSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

On this week’s episode Simone is joined by Director of Comms Rebel and Co-founder of A Leader Like Me, Advita Patel. Advita discusses her decision to set up her own business and reaching out to a mentor. She has created a powerful community to empower women and non-binary people of colour. Simone wishes Sam a very Happy Birthday, as do all the NPW team!  This week’s Life Lessons are from Nafisa Shafiq, a Higher Education Communications Manager and founding member of A Leader Like Me. She explains how her goals, and dreams changed, and the importance in storytelling and understanding your audience.  Join us for the Official Be Heard Launch at 12:30pm on Monday, 24th May - register for the event here. Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Advita Patel. Sponsored by Be HeardSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up

Sam talks about new hybrid working styles being embraced by many businesses as well as the changing role of the office as a space to collaborate.  Simone discusses that Blah feeling a lot of us are experiencing which is called ‘languishing’ - you can read more about it here This week’s Life Lessons are from Partner and Solicitor-Advocate at BHP Law, Amanda Oluwapelumi Adeola who speaks about accepting that her best is enough and the importance of presenting from the heart.  Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be HeardSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone is still buzzing after attending and speaking at the Good Business Festival and tells all about the first IRL event since the pandemic began! Sam congratulates the Power Platform for being honoured for Best Community Website in the 25th Webby Awards - read more here This week’s Life Lessons are from Chair of Women in Social Housing North East and Assistant Director at Your Homes Newcastle, Crystal Hicks who urges us to be brave as we step into the future and talks about the importance of bringing our whole selves to work as a passionate advocate for minority and under-represented group. Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam WalkerSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

This week Sam and Simone discuss zoom mishaps, the American vaccine roll out as well as the logistics of using a typewriter. Simone will be at the Good Business Festival on Wednesday, 28th April - the first non-socially distanced event in the UK as part of the Government’s Event research programme. Life Lessons are from Cynthia Ajayi, Media and Engagement Executive at The Women’s Organisation and freelance event host, podcaster and YouTuber. She talks about the importance of feeling valued and seen as well as how to prepare for a presentation. A huge High-5 to Professor Jane Turner OBE who has launched The Power of Women campaign telling the stories of role models for young girls. Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam WalkerSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Powe