Young people face a challenging employment market, but there are plenty of advisable ways to tackle it. In this informative episode, Anya Chowdhry (Human Resources Graduate) talks about her one year work placement at Hallmark Care Homes. Anya discusses various topics, including: what she gained from doing a year long placement and how gainful employment taught her countless new skills; why having a life outside work can be crucial to making your CV more attractive to prospective employers; and w...
Sep 12, 2022•23 min
To study law is challenging enough, but to learn both UK and American law at a young age is incredibly impressive. In this fascinating episode, Amanda Wright-Kluger (Solicitor, Advocate and Partner at Browne Jacobson LLP) displays her many passions and strengths. Amanda discusses various topics, including: how she crossed the Atlantic in her twenties to take the Bar in the USA; what having an incredibly successful businesswoman as a mother taught her - and how it influenced her decisions at a ke...
Sep 03, 2022•37 min
It takes bravery and vision to leave a successful family business and go your own way. Our next guest demonstrates this incredibly well. In this illuminating episode, Dimitrios Hatzis (Entrepreneur, Investor and Advisor) gives many wonderful lessons on entrepreneurship. Dimitrios discusses various topics, including: how he became a 'serial entrepreneur'; why it's important to fail - and also learn about failure; and why family businesses frequently have very specific issues to deal with. To find...
Aug 22, 2022•39 min
In the UK, just 28% of professors are female. And once you go up the chain in education this percentage only drops. A stat highlighted to me by my guest, Deputy Vice Chancellor at the University of Reading, Parveen Yaqoob OBE. Parveen has recently been awarded an OBE for her services to higher education, but her story comes from adversity that many women may relate to. From overcoming a common South Asian expectation not to study & get married to facing a male-dominated career Parveen talks ...
Aug 15, 2022•31 min
We often hear successful people speak about their wins, but this is not the case with Shelina. She focuses on growing from her losses in business. I'm joined by the Co-Founder of Nana's Kitchen & Hot Sauce, Shelina Mawani. Alongside her philanthropy, having founded The Leprosy Project, we speak about how she founded the businesses with her sister, starting from a small restaurant with barely enough seats to be successful to the flourishing business she has today. Shelina shares advice for wo...
Aug 08, 2022•30 min
It takes resilience and determination to leave a corporate career and strike out on your own. Our next guest demonstrates this incredibly well. In this fascinating episode, Clare Connell (CEO at Connell Consulting) describes the values necessary for setting up a business that can thrive - not just survive. Clare discusses various topics, including: how she became an 'accidental entrepreneur'; why hard (and smart) work provides the backbone to foundational success; and why there's no point worryi...
Aug 01, 2022•31 min
Cancer isn’t spoken about openly as much as it should be and can often be seen as a taboo subject, especially in ethnic communities. My guest, Anushka Chaudhry is seeking to change that. Debunking the common misconceptions around breast cancer, in this episode, we speak about the risk factors around breast cancer, how those who are affected can seek help and find support and Anushka’s work around supporting communities to talk about cancer. Anushka currently serves as Associate Medical Director ...
Jul 25, 2022•36 min
When someone achieves so much at a young age, there is usually an underlying motivation driving them forward through every daily action. Our next guest demonstrates this and, to top it all off, recently received an MBE at the tender age of 33. In this inspirational episode, Pranav Bhanot (Solicitor, Author and Councillor) describes the moments and people that have formed the foundation to his core values. Pranav discusses various topics, including: what his recent MBE award meant to both himself...
Jul 18, 2022•26 min
One of life's certainties is change - but that is even more so the case within the world of technology. Our next guest shows us how to embrace these shifting technological sands. In this informative episode, Kirstie McMillan (Lead Consultant of the Agile Innovation Hub at KPMG) describes her journey in the tech world and why she's so passionate about spreading the word. Kirstie talks about various topics, including: how to develop communications between multiple generations and make it easier to...
Jul 11, 2022•31 min
In this episode, I’m joined by Najma Khalid MBE, Founder & Director of Women's CHAI Project. Based in Oldham, the Women’s Chai Project’s aim is to empower women to function at maximum levels as mothers and females. A quick search will tell you that the idea came to Najma over a cup of chai with a friend, but in this episode, we dive deeper into how the project even came to fruition from the adversity that Najma has experienced. Find Najma on Twitter: https://bit.ly/najmakhalid Find out more ...
Jul 04, 2022•26 min
Living a varied and fearless life isn't easy, but as long as you have a genuine passion and the will to keep going, anything is possible. Our next guest proves this in many different ways. In this compelling episode, Paul Sagoo (Founder of The Asian Awards and CEO of Lemon Group International) describes his journey from being bullied at school to recently being awarded an OBE. Paul talks about various topics, including: how he was inspired to start The Asian Awards after going to another awards ...
Jun 27, 2022•49 min
In the UK, 209,600 will develop dementia this year, that’s one every three minutes, and 70 per cent of people in care homes have dementia or severe memory problems. I am joined by April Dobson, Head of Dementia at Hallmark Care Homes to discuss this important topic. April and I discussed the rise of awareness for people living with Dementia since the 80s when it was often disregarded as ‘just getting older'. April also gives us an insight into initiatives taken by herself and Hallmark Care Homes...
Jun 20, 2022•39 min
In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by my Husband Avnish. Having just been awarded a CBE for services to Social Care, this episode seemed more than fitting. As someone who I take so much inspiration from, I’m delighted to take you through Avnish’s journey to receiving such an honourable award. We talk about why and how Avnish got into the business of care homes, his philanthropic journey’s beginnings as well as his personal development journey. All of which have led him to become who he is...
Jun 15, 2022•35 min
“I don’t think we should value the lives of people who care for the elderly at minimum wage.” Care workers have been the topic of conversation for several years, amplified by their exemplary work through the pandemic and thereafter. But there’s a key problem in the UK. While the care workers take care of us, who takes care of them? In this episode I’m joined by Karolina Gerlich, CEO of the Care Workers Charity. Karolina spends her time supporting these essential staff taking care of our older ge...
May 23, 2022•39 min
In this episode, I’m joined by Kiran Robinson, who has spent the past 30-years in hospitality perfecting the art of service. This episode gives us an insight into the core of what it means to deliver unparalleled service. We get up close and personal with a notable personality in the hospitality. Kiran tells us stories of how she was influenced by her family and places in the world that she’s been to. Most notably, in this episode, the incredible journey she went through to change the food and s...
May 16, 2022•54 min
We don’t need anyone to help us, we need the tools to learn how to help ourselves. This is the ethos that Mindset & Empowerment Coach, Mimi Bland brings to her coaching. In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Mimi whose goal is to teach the power of the mind by promoting the ability to understand "Love" of thyself and for those around us. To find out more about Mimi & her work, you can visit: https://mimibland.london/ To find out more about myself, the work I am involved in or the show – ...
May 09, 2022•47 min
Being in tune with your body is vital - and being out of sync with your gut can sap the vitality away without you even realising it. Fortunately, there are experts who can help diagnose and repair what can appear untreatable. In this intriguing episode, Elma Reka (Founder & Director of Start In The Gut) describes the ways in which we can repair our body by starting in the gut. Elma talks about various topics, including: how choosing the right foods can help our digestive systems beyond measu...
May 02, 2022•51 min
We all have various awakenings - and many people have recently had one about the state of our beautiful planet. However, not everyone sparks into action and actually does something profound about it. In this informative episode, Amerjit Briah (CEO & Founder at eTHikel Marketplace) describes how she channeled her life-long passion into a new ethical online business. Amerjit talks about various topics, including: her background as a lawyer within FinTech and how it informed her progress as a n...
Apr 25, 2022•31 min
There is strength in sisterhood - but finding your 'tribe' can take time, effort and openness. In the end, it can be one of the most powerful forces available to a woman. In this charming episode, Kristine Ochu (Author) describes how she went from single parenthood to writing her wonderful book " Campfire Confessions ". Kristine talks about her eclectic background and how it informed her progress as an author; why near-death experiences can prove so life-affirming - if handled in the right way; ...
Apr 18, 2022•28 min
Beliefs can get handed down from generation to generation - but so can trauma. It takes a special spirit to fight against outdated beliefs within a close-knit community. Returning for another episode, Kalbir Bains (Author) follows up from talking about her wonderful book "Not Our Daughter!" to discuss wider societal issues - and what she's been doing to help prevent them. Kalbir talks about various cases which have had media coverage but still haven't managed to break generational ways of thinki...
Apr 11, 2022•26 min
Beliefs can get handed down from generation to generation - but so can trauma. It takes a special spirit to fight against outdated beliefs within a close-knit community. In this heart-wrenching episode, Kalbir Bains (Author) describes how she went from an arranged marriage to writing her wonderful book " Not Our Daughter! ". Kalbir talks about discovering and fighting against the various forms of generational trauma she has experienced firsthand; why she felt so compelled to challenge a particul...
Apr 04, 2022•48 min
Life will inevitably bring its challenges, and so learning how to prevent stress can be crucial in maintaining happiness - especially in various work situations. In this informative episode, Hansa Pankhania (Coach and Author) describes how she can help coach wellbeing and prevent stress growing within companies. Hansa talks about what prompted her to learn various natural techniques of stress management, and how meeting Deepak Chopra helped spark further ambitions; why certain organisations shou...
Mar 21, 2022•28 min
Life as a lawyer can be hard at the best of times, but lasting for three decades is a show of true resolve. In this excellent episode, Sujata Sharma (Legal Advisor at Skanska) describes how she started out as one of the few South Asian women working in the City. Sujata talks about how the importance of diversity and why it is far more than just a box-ticking exercise; how having a forward-thinking and supportive partner provided a strong helping hand for her own career; and the ways in which sel...
Mar 14, 2022•34 min
Let's make sure we are driving towards our goals in a vehicle that has "four wheel drive" - one that is able to persist, no matter how rocky the terrain may get. Back once again for another spirited episode, Jermaine Harris (Life Coach, Author and Speaker) discusses many skills that may be helpful for children and corporate workers alike. Jermaine talks about his "four wheel drive" theory of goal-setting and how it can be adapted to any age group; the benefits of meditation and why "counting chi...
Mar 07, 2022•23 min
To have a career behind the microphone and in front of the camera spanning decades is no mean feat. In this delightful episode, Sarita Sabharwal (Radio and TV Presenter/Producer) describes how she started out as one of the first South Asian women working in UK radio. Sarita talks about how she used to put in sixteen hour working days; why steering clear of controversial topics proved to be a wise decision; her memorable and life-affirming charitable endeavours; and highlights some of her favouri...
Feb 28, 2022•40 min
People are often akin to muscles which must be broken down in order to rebuild and grow even stronger. In this fantastic episode, Jermaine Harris (Life Coach, Author and Speaker) describes how he went from devastating lows to incredible highs - all within 4 short years. Jermaine talks about how it took a life-threatening car crash and a close call with amputation to wake him up from his errant ways; why he gets so much out of coaching children and how important life skills combined with values c...
Feb 21, 2022•23 min
A wise person once said: "To love is to recognise yourself in another." In this special episode, my husband Avnish Goyal joins me as we use Valentine's Day as a springboard to discuss various aspects of our journey to and through love. Avnish shares a wonderful framework that some may find helpful; we delve into what 'interdependence' is and the theory behind it; discuss the various phases of love and why the first one will inevitably transform; and how relationships that start off with a plan o...
Feb 14, 2022•35 min
At the heart of any community lies an often unwritten set of core values, embodying what is so unique and vital about them. In this fantastic episode, Dr Mandeep Rai (Speaker, Journalist and Best-Selling Author) illuminates various parts of her wonderful book, "The Values Compass". Mandeep talks about how travelling around more than 150 countries helped shape the framework of her book; why her good friends the Dalai Lama and Deepak Chopra were so supportive in her quest; and how values are a cen...
Feb 07, 2022•30 min
Representation has never been more important, and some are blessed with creating it in an eloquent, artistic and inimitable style. In this wonderful episode, Jaspreet Kaur (Award Winning Poet, Writer and Teacher) illuminates various parts of her forthcoming book. Jaspreet discusses the significance of naming her book "Brown Girl Like Me"; the importance of not shying away from mental health issues; the challenges - and benefits - of writing during a pandemic; and breaking down the systematic sha...
Jan 31, 2022•46 min
When you step up to the crease with bat in hand, your best chance of hitting a six is having a foundation of training and the confidence of your community behind you. In this smashing episode, Naomi Dattani (Professional Cricketer and Middlesex Women's Captain, Sunrisers, London Spirit) expands upon the ways in which sport can be beneficial to everyone. Naomi has previously been nominated for the Sports Award in "Asian Women of Achievement Awards (2019)", and she proudly champions South Asian gi...
Dec 20, 2021•31 min
