Speaking for ourselves

Professor Laura Serrant CBE
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Speaking for ourselves is the first of my podcasts. It introduces the importance of telling our stories, using our own voices and hearing the stories of others. Stories that shape our world and ultimately make us human.

  1. Speaking for ourselves Vol 27: "Accidental me - Similar Problems, Different solutions!"....Speaking with Dr Nichola Ashby

    Jan 14

    Speaking for ourselves Vol 27: "Accidental me - Similar Problems, Different solutions!"....Speaking with Dr Nichola Ashby

    In this podcast episode, I’m joined by Dr Nichola Ashby for an honest and thoughtful conversation about leadership journeys — especially the ones that don’t begin with a clear destination in mind. Many leaders don’t set out knowing exactly where they’re heading. They learn, adapt, stumble, recalibrate — and grow into leadership through experience rather than intention. This episode explores Nicky's pathway to leadership and why uncertainty is not a weakness, but often the very ground where confidence, values, and purpose take root. If you’ve ever questioned your own path, or felt behind because your leadership story didn’t follow a straight line, this conversation is for you. — because leadership is often discovered, not declared #TheLionessEffect #SpeakingforOurselves #LeadershipMatters #ALionessSpeaks You can contact Nicky via:  Leadership & Culture First Podcast - YouTube www.axisculturegroup.co.uk LinkedIn: Axis Culture Group Email: nichola@axisculturegroup.co.uk

    34 min
  2. Speaking for ourselves Vol 27: "Bolder and Braver Than I think!"....Speaking with Mutiat Adebowale

    11/20/2025

    Speaking for ourselves Vol 27: "Bolder and Braver Than I think!"....Speaking with Mutiat Adebowale

    Sometimes we don't always end up where we predicted. Our journeys in life so far have been shaped by many things - some driven by ourselves, others as a result of evens we had no control over. But in true lioness style - it is HOW we travel that can determine our achievements as well as our final destination. Our Internal leadership - the stories we choose to tell ourselves are key to this. In this podcast I have the pleasure of speaking with Mutiat Adebowale A quiet powerhouse of a woman who shared with me the twists and turns of her own leadership journey Hers is not the story of loud, noisy advancement but one of internal self appreciation and belief. Mutiat and I discuss the importance of learning the impact of your own presence and how that can move mountains. #TheLionessEffect teaches us the power of the silence and calm of the lioness as much as her fierceness - Look out for this one. You can contact Mutiat via: Instagram: www.instagram.com/mutiatadebowale1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mutiat-adebowale #QuietLeadership #SelfLeadership #MindfulImpact #ALionessSpeaks

    30 min
  3. Speaking for ourselves Vol 26: "Unapologetically Taking Up space"....Speaking with Jacynth Ivey MBE

    10/30/2025

    Speaking for ourselves Vol 26: "Unapologetically Taking Up space"....Speaking with Jacynth Ivey MBE

    I'm so excited about this one! Through #BlackHistoryMonth2025 I have been talking about leadership, within this year's theme of "standing strong in power and pride"Well my next podcast guest is the epitome of exactly that. I had the pleasure of speaking with Jacynth Ivey MBE - truly a woman who leads with integrity and delivers impact. if you have listened to our previous LinkedIn lives you will know what I mean! this one you won't want to miss!!!Contact Jacynth via: email: jacynthivey@jacynthivey.com linkedin: (8) Jacynth Ivey MBE | LinkedInwebsite: Jacynth Ivey - Inspiring Hope

    37 min
  4. Speaking for ourselves Vol 25: "Honing in on my craft"....Speaking with Melanie Alveranga

    10/02/2025

    Speaking for ourselves Vol 25: "Honing in on my craft"....Speaking with Melanie Alveranga

    In this episode I am speaking with the force of nature that is Melanie Alveranga.Melanie is true testament to the strength of the lioness "Power doesn't always need to ROAR!" Together we explore a truth that often gets pushed aside in the busyness of life: the importance of making time for yourself. Like the lioness in the wild, there is power in pausing, conserving your energy, and focusing with intention. When you hone in on your own path, you step into your destiny and create space to live your best life—fully and unapologetically.Melanie shares her insights with such honesty and clarity, and I can’t wait for you to hear it!🌟 BONUS - Early Notification 🌟 Melanie will also be leading a powerful one-day event: The Choosing Yourself Experience — a transformative opportunity to put these lessons into action.👉 You can find out more and sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eTcMv3fdThis is one not to miss—whether you’re ready to reset, realign, or step into your power like the lioness you are. You can contact Melanie viaLinkedin: Melanie A. | LinkedInInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/roomtoexhale?igsh=MXkxYW9kN2w3bTV5dw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

    37 min
  5. Speaking for Ourselves Vol 24....."Learning to Walk My Way"

    08/28/2025

    Speaking for Ourselves Vol 24....."Learning to Walk My Way"

    🎙️ Standing in your power as a Lioness – In this episode, I speak with the inspiring Parveen Smith about courage, resilience, and staying true to yourself through life’s twists and turns. Like the lioness in the wild, leadership isn’t about avoiding challenges, but finding the bravery to face them and grow. Every act of courage, big or small, is a gift to yourself and others. 👉 Listen now for an honest, energising conversation that will leave you ready to step into your own lioness power!

    35 min
  6. Speaking for Ourselves Vol 23: "Being my own hero"... Speaking with

    06/17/2024

    Speaking for Ourselves Vol 23: "Being my own hero"... Speaking with

    Today, let's celebrate bravery —the courage to step out of our comfort zones, to take on new challenges, and to stand up for what we believe in. it all sounds good - but then there is the difficult question we ask ourselves as leaders and business owners - AM I BRAVE?? This is something I discuss with my next fabulous podcast guest 🧠 Caroline Pankhurst ❤️‍🔥 - In our discussion and musings we shared our thoughts and experiences as women business owners, leaders and simply humans on bravery, courage and sometimes 'just keeping going!!' As a well known and often cited phrase says - Being brave isn't about the absence of fear, but rather the triumph over it - and Caroline is certainly testament to that! Through her work with women in all walks of life, she reminds us that every small act of bravery counts. Whether it's speaking up in a meeting, taking on a new project, or pursuing a dream that seems just out of reach, your courage inspires others and fuels your growth. Listen to the podcast - you won't be disappointed! You can connect with Caroline via email: caroline@be-braver.com LinkedIn: CarolinePankhurst Online: www.be-braver.com substack: Quiet Courage

    41 min
  7. Speaking for Ourselves Vol 22: "Embracing the limitless value of me" .......Getting out of my OWN way!. Speaking with Audrey Pantelis

    02/29/2024

    Speaking for Ourselves Vol 22: "Embracing the limitless value of me" .......Getting out of my OWN way!. Speaking with Audrey Pantelis

    Life does not always work out the way we thought it would. We often set out with a vague plan of what we would like to do or achieve in our lives – the work we would like to do, how we live our lives or simply the way we wish to ‘BE’. Surprisingly. when things are not working for us - we are likely to limit what we say, remain silent and quietly continue on the path we are on. Even the most successful parts of our lives may not have been something we foresaw – or even thought we wanted – But life has a way of placing opportunities or options in front of us…. inviting, or even daring us to take a chance, speak up and step out. In this space we are sometimes our own biggest challenge we have to overcome to take up the opportunities that COULD BE part of what is set for us. We are sometimes caught up, hesitant or talk ourselves out of moving forward into something new as we don’t know ‘HOW’ we will do it. We get in our own way. Quieting our curiosity and limitless possibilities. This is what I discuss with my next podcast guest @Audrey Pantelis she shares her thoughts on the importance of enabling others to speak, finding her connections and making peace with stepping into the whole of what life could be - learning most importantly to be at one with yourself and getting out of your own way. .... I hope you enjoy the Podcast You can contact Audrey Pantelis as follows: Email: info@elevationcc.co.uk Website: www.elevationcc.co.uk LinkedIn: Audrey Pantelis | LinkedIn   Link to Audrey’s own podcast:  Specially Speaking, on Spotify for Podcasters!  https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fanchor.fm%2Faudrey-pantelis&data=05%7C02%7C%7Ce62629ba2b8845368ddf08dc2e402846%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638436100283154885%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vHlTlOCRX8hWsLBwno1wMClr5QsQKFVVl5Ox5rxg1Ac%3D&reserved=0

    52 min
  8. Speaking for Ourselves Vol 21: "Never taking the Answer I'm Given" .....Disrupting narratives of money, scarcity and lack - Speaking with Yinka Ewuola

    12/21/2023

    Speaking for Ourselves Vol 21: "Never taking the Answer I'm Given" .....Disrupting narratives of money, scarcity and lack - Speaking with Yinka Ewuola

    Do you have enough?What a strange question you may say - enough of what?Time? Happiness? Space?....Money? - For most of us the biggest challenge in that question is actually deciding WHAT ENOUGH ACTUALLY IS - no matter what we focus on.The answer is often bound up with what we THINK our life should be like.The challenge is that much of what has influenced our thinking about our lives is not only down to us.Our choices and decisions about our lives are often a result of a complex mixture of things - our upbringing, our personalities and the experiences that we have - each of these things shape our expectations of life, of others and of ourselves. Our outlook on life, what we want from it and whether we are content with 'our lot' on any day is made up of a mixture of all things, past present and how closely we feel things are working out the way we imagined. BUT...how much of our expectations about life, having enough and what is important, actually serves us well? How do we make sense of what we have 'learned' and even more importantly decide if it is helpful in our journey to live the life we want?With reference to the initial question of 'enough?' The fear of 'scarcity' or not realising your life plans is often the unspoken worry of many of us. This is something my next guest and I spent time discussing.In this upcoming podcast I will be speaking with Yinka Ewuola - all round fabulous woman and successful business owner who speaks of the often unspoken subjects of cash and money. Yinka is a self-confessed Introvert - and yet confesses as a recovering 'good girl' to the importance of reconstructing our ideas of what it is OK to talk about or accept in your own version of life.We discuss the range of experiences she has had, relearning some of the 'truths' we have been told as women, as responsible workers and even as human beings....and how she came to move from a corporate job to speaking out and spreading her message of accepting that to be ourselves, we need to stop being restricted by ideas of lack. The first vital stage in recognising our own limitless capacity for purpose and possibility.  @yinkaewuola I hope you enjoy the Podcast! #Speaking4Ourselves #Cashflow #womeninbusiness #Tame2Trailblazer

    46 min
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Speaking for ourselves is the first of my podcasts. It introduces the importance of telling our stories, using our own voices and hearing the stories of others. Stories that shape our world and ultimately make us human.

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  • Creator
    Professor Laura Serrant CBE
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Professor Laura Serrant CBE