We asked some of the most influential and inspirational females from the corporate, entrepreneurial and political world to impart some of their advice and tips on leadership, networking and what they would advice they would give to their younger selves. Leadership Good leaders develop leaders – accept that mistakes are part of the learning process. […]
On the 15th April 2015, WeAreTheCity and Chicago Booth Business School held the first ‘Women Unplugged’ Event in London. With over 100 guests this event gave attendees the opportunity to network, understand and listen to some fantastic 10 minute speeches from leading women (and men). We would like to thank everyone who attended this event, […]
Apple is not the only player in the health and wellbeing app market – and indeed may not even be the best one. In January Bupa launched a fitness tracking social app allowing users not only to track fitness goals such as weight loss and increased speed and strength, but also participation in group challenges […]
A staggering 27% of women report that they never feel free from stress, and a recent Mind survey found people reporting that work is the main cause of stress. But there’s good news. You’re about to discover the true cause of stress, and how understanding it can clear your mind and open your path to […]
I specialise in 1 to 1 Executive and Corporate Coach techniques for leaders, high potentials and entrepreneurs who want to improve their impact and performance at work. I will enable you to deal confidently and effectively with your most demanding business challenges. I will help you fulfil your potential and perform at your best. I […]
The issue of gender imbalance is currently at large in the UK, however it is not an issue that can be solely blamed on employers preferring one gender over the other. Societal norms have also leant towards gender imbalances in certain industries, such as nursing and teaching, and these boundaries must be broken down to […]
The first day back at work after a perfect holiday is easily one of the most depressing in the working year – trading in your sandals and sombrero for work wear, or an idyllic beach for a dreary commute. And once you’re back in the office, it only gets worse – an inbox fit to […]
London-based company ShowMango, has recently struck a chord with music lovers launching their subscription service for unlimited music events. For £25 a month subscribers can get entry to as many events as they can handle ranging from up and coming to more established bands, solo singers and DJ’s. A few weeks after kicking things off […]
If it is true that life starts at the edge of the comfort zone as someone once said, then which edge, the inside or outside one? Okay, I know I am being deliberately pedantic. However over the years slowly and surely I have been getting more and more non-plussed about this imaginary comfort zone. It’s […]
Tell us a bit about yourself, background and what you do currently I am one of the Co – Founders of Availexe, a business focussed on leveraging return to work for professional mums. Availexe enables professional individuals to access quality, relevant project based roles that can be completed from home, or the office if they […]
In light of this week’s pension reforms, the vast majority of UK consumers are gradually progressing into a national savings and retirement crisis, unable to take advantage of the unparalleled financial freedom now available to retiree Britain. As revealed in research from Avacade Future Solutions, 89% of UK residents do not consider saving for their […]
The new Shared Parental Leave (SPL) right allows parents to share the time allocated to them when their child is born or adopted. Its offers flexibility in how and when you both take leave. Instead of using all of your leave in one go you can now separate the leave into blocks. For example parents […]