The Switch - Why flexibility should be the new workplace standard

Why flexibility should be the new workplace standard

05/22/24 • 41 min

Flexibility First: Lessons from the Founder of the UK's Largest Flexible Working Community

Katy Fridman’s career initially followed a clear traditional trajectory as she worked her way up the corporate ladder to become Acting Director of Trade Marketing, EMEA at Microsoft Advertising. However, after becoming a mother, her career path quickly became ‘squiggly’ as she experienced first hand the challenges mothers face in balancing work and motherhood, and the lack of flexibility provided in the workplace.

Her platform Flexible Working People has brought together over 90,000 women, all championing the same cause and message: flexibility in the workplace should be a standard for all, not a privilege for some.

Learn how by investing in yourself and playing to your strengths, you can create a positive and successful bounce back in the face of adversity.

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme.

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Flexibility First: Lessons from the Founder of the UK's Largest Flexible Working Community

Learn how by investing in yourself and playing to your strengths, you can create a positive and successful bounce back in the face of adversity.

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Maximising transferable military skills

Did you know that 62% of military veterans underestimate their service-honed skills? Many struggle with imposter syndrome, lack self-belief, and are unaware of their transferable skills.

Royal Naval officer and CEO of Forces Employment Charity, Alistair Halliday, sheds light on this issue and highlights the resilience, teamwork, and strong leadership skills of veterans - and how these can unlock civilian success.

Alistair discusses the importance of recognising and honing your individual skills, and learning how they can be transferred and utilised in different situations. Working in the Forces Employment Charity, he has helped service leavers and veterans to find careers after their military service by helping them to discover the transformative power of their own transferrable skills.

Whether you're a military leaver or someone considering a change, Alistair's extensive and exciting experiences are inspirational and helpful. Discover your own transferrable skills and how to make your Plan B into a Plan A.

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme.

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Mastering psychology for peak performance

Dr. Josephine Perry's mindset transformed after facing horrific waves during an Ironman in Melbourne. Although she couldn't control these waves, she realised she could control her reactions and perspective. This pivotal moment sparked her interest in understanding the brain's functions and triggers, leading to explore how psychology can enhance self-awareness and improve communication with others.

With a background in communications and behaviour change, she is now a Chartered Psychologist. She specialises in helping exceptional performers recognise and understand their cognitive behaviours, enabling them reach new heights of achievements and success.

Discover her inspiring story on her platform, Performance in Mind, and delve into her numerous books to uncover key philosophies, techniques, and strategies designed to unlock intrinsic motivation and achieve success, both in and out of the waves.

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.