In the world of business, there is a myriad of organisations that have linked their products or services to social justice. Remember when Pepsi had to pull that advert with Kendall Jenner? When Co-op launched a gender-neutral gingerbread biscuit person? Or when Burger King faced… Read More »Four ways to avoid ‘woke-washing’ and get real about equity in your workplace
The need to belong at work is more important than ever, as the Employee Well-being report released by Glint last month reports that belonging is the second most important factor when it comes to creating a great workplace culture—up four places from last year. Creating… Read More »Three Ways Leaders Can Manage Microaggressions At Work
A 2020 survey released by Women Who Tech found that nearly 50% of women founders and women working in tech have experienced harassment — a statistic that has barely budged since 2017. When asked what kind of sexual harassment, 65% of women founders said they… Read More »Three ways your company can promote a safe environment for employees who experience harassment to come forward
The events of the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted that businesses can adapt fast and act in more agile ways than previously thought possible. However, millions of employees think differently now and are in the process of reassessing how they want their lives to look. A UK-based… Read More »Four steps to navigate planned or unplanned career transitions
2020 and 2021 have been exhausting years for many. Given the social inequalities and injustices that are still prevalent today, alongside the disruption of the Covid-19 Pandemic, if you have found it challenging to deal with uncertainty and moments of emotional turmoil – you are… Read More »Four ways to harness your emotional responses in the workplace
Advertising has the almighty ability and power to shape it and change behaviours. However, advertising has been instrumental in creating and reinforcing negative stereotypes. Tim Parkin, global brand marketing expert, author, and speaker, shares insights into the prevalence of gender denial in modern day advertising.… Read More »Five recommendations for inclusive advertising in 2021 and beyond