#106 - My Name: Fitting in and belonging
Episode description
Welcome to another episode of Accord Mortgages Growth Series podcast, in episode #106 Gurpreet is joined by industry colleagues Paul Purewal from Coventry Building Society and John Samra from Just Mortgages. The discussion centres around the significance of names, personal identity and cultural heritage in the context of South Asian Heritage Month.
Paul and John share their personal stories about using more westernised names to fit in and how this has impacted their professional lives. They explore the evolving perceptions of non-western names in society and the importance of embracing one's heritage.
The episode aims to shed light on the experiences, challenges, and discussions around diversity, equity and inclusion within the mortgage industry. Tune in for insightful dialogue and personal anecdotes that highlight the importance of being proud of one's identity and name.