This International Women’s Day I wanted to name some of the patterns that still shape women’s careers in ways many workplaces don’t fully acknowledge.

When I started my MBA at Imperial, I kind of thought I knew what the next twelve months would look like. I expected new knowledge, new frameworks and some new connections. All of that arrived, but what I did not expect was how much the year would teach me about myself.

Trust is one of the most talked about qualities in leadership yet it is also one of the least understood. We say that trust must be earned. We say that trust takes time. We say that trust is fragile. All of this is true but none of it tells us how to actually build it with the people we work with every day.

Avoiding jargon, unnecessary degree requirements and actually making people want to apply

Innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s sparked by environment, fuelled by curiosity and sustained through connection.

Here’s how you can build and sustain a feedback-driven workplace.

Imposter syndrome: that nagging feeling in the back of your mind that you’re not quite qualified enough for the role you’re in.

Absenteeism in the workplace goes beyond just an empty desk, it represents a recurring pattern of absences that disrupt team cohesion.

In this guide, we'll explore 10 actionable steps you can take if you find yourself in this situation, empowering you to reclaim control.