24 min

Don’t reach for normal, reach for better‪.‬ We Are Power Podcast

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This week, Simone and Sam discuss the enormous pressure students and their families are facing after exams results were issued last week.  More on this to come on the Northern Power Futures podcast
There is grim news about the British economy and the future of the jobs market and we want to hear from YOU about how you’re being affected. Do get in touch: podcast@northernpowerwomen.com
New research shows that black women who have natural hairstyles are less likely to be offered a job interview than white woman, or black women with straightened hair.  Have you had experience of this?  How can we continue to strive for equality? How can we do better?
We also discuss how important even the smallest amount of self-care can be as we continue to navigate really challenging times.
This week’s Life Lessons come from the ever-inspiring Scouse Scientist Holly Ellis.
Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons! podcast@northernpowerwomen.com
Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker
You can now nominate for the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards to be in with a chance of celebrating with changemakers, trailblazers and advocates on 3rd March 2025! Nominate now at wearepower.net
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.

This week, Simone and Sam discuss the enormous pressure students and their families are facing after exams results were issued last week.  More on this to come on the Northern Power Futures podcast
There is grim news about the British economy and the future of the jobs market and we want to hear from YOU about how you’re being affected. Do get in touch: podcast@northernpowerwomen.com
New research shows that black women who have natural hairstyles are less likely to be offered a job interview than white woman, or black women with straightened hair.  Have you had experience of this?  How can we continue to strive for equality? How can we do better?
We also discuss how important even the smallest amount of self-care can be as we continue to navigate really challenging times.
This week’s Life Lessons come from the ever-inspiring Scouse Scientist Holly Ellis.
Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons! podcast@northernpowerwomen.com
Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker
You can now nominate for the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards to be in with a chance of celebrating with changemakers, trailblazers and advocates on 3rd March 2025! Nominate now at wearepower.net
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.

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