Unsaid @ Work Catherine Stagg-Macey

"Bring yourself to work" is all the rage in workplaces, but are we truly accepted for who we are?In today's episode, I explore this question with my guest, Amethysta Herrick. She shares how she had to "squelch who I was because I had to."We dive into the challenges of the transgender experience, the pressures of capitalism, and the importance of staying true to oneself. We chat about her personal journey in the tech industry, her experiences bouncing between societal expectations and her true...

In this episode, I'm thrilled to chat with Steven Writer-Maguire and Wei Wang about the magic of mastermind groups and the incredible growth they foster. We dive into shared challenges, the power of vulnerability, and how these groups create a safe, non-judgmental space for leaders to evolve. From their personal journeys of navigating leadership during the COVID lockdown to the transformative feedback loops in mastermind sessions, Steven and Wei share insightful stories you won't want to...

Painful, tender personal experiences can often feel overlooked, especially when you're leading through them.In this week's episode of Unsaid at Work, Rebecca Mander shares her heart-wrenching journey through some of life's most challenging moments---the loss of her son Charlie, the death of her mother, and steering her organization through the 2008 economic downturn.She shares how she's used this painful human experiences to help others find resilience through their hard times.This is an epis...

This week's episode we talk about finding direction and meaning in our lives featuring James Cobbett. We discuss his journey of discovering his purpose and the importance of uncovering one's "why" statement.He reflects on his transition from working in a charity part-time to pursuing freelance web design full-time, highlighting a shift in his search for meaningful work beyond just financial stability.James mentions reaching a point of disengagement and questioning the purpose of his work befo...

In this conversation, Nikki St. Paul discusses the importance of rest and how she discovered its value in her own life. She shares her personal awakening to the need for rest and the impact of burnout.In this conversation, Nikki and Catherine discuss the importance of rest and its impact on well-being and productivity. They explore the concept of trusting one's intuition and seeking external validation, as well as understanding and meeting personal needs. They emphasize the value of bringing ...

Ever thought about the impact that 100 coffee conversations could have on your career and networking opportunities?In this episode, we dive deep into Matt Ballantine's 100 coffees project, exploring the ins and outs of making meaningful connections in a post-COVID world.Matt Ballantine, has almost 3 decades of experience in transformation initiatives -- as he puts it -- getting people and tech to work together better. He's worked for a wide range of organisations like Reuters and BBC. An...