You Must Be Woking hosts Craig Richards and Dawn Hurst dive into unfiltered, candid conversations on the pressing issues surrounding equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI). Each episode tackles tough topics with honesty and energy, offering fresh perspectives on how inclusion can be embedded within workplace culture and operations. From dismantling myths to sharing real-world insights, the podcast provides a platform where tough conversations can be had without the fluff. Whether you're a busin ...
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Young Female Entrepreneurs vs. Imposter Syndrome | In The Spotlight with Zoe Trigwell
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52:07In this episode of the "In the Spotlight" series, part of the You Must Be Woking podcast, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards discuss the journey of young female entrepreneurs with their guest, Zoe Trigwell, a dynamic entrepreneur and the innovative founder of Trigger Cosmetics. Zoe's journey is nothing short of inspiring, as she shares her experie…
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Navigating the Workplace: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership and Team Dynamics
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49:19In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into the critical role that emotional intelligence (EI) plays in enhancing both company culture and overall performance. They begin by defining emotional intelligence and explaining its components, such as self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and socia…
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Uncovering the Silence: Menopause & Its Hidden Impact | In The Spotlight with Victoria Hardy
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1:01:27In this episode of the "In the Spotlight" series, part of the You Must Be Woking podcast, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into a candid conversation about menopause with their guest, Victoria Hardy, who is also known by her moniker, Ginge Unhinged. A powerful voice for female empowerment in the UK, Victoria speaks openly about the often-s…
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Workplace Wellbeing: Trend or Transformation? | Creating Lasting Change for Employees
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42:47In this episode of You Must Be Woking, co-hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards embark on an insightful exploration of the multifaceted nature of workplace wellbeing. They begin by dissecting its definition, emphasising that workplace wellbeing extends beyond mere physical health to encompass mental, emotional, and social dimensions. The hosts highli…
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Accountability on the Line: The High Cost of Leadership’s Failure
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55:15In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards explore the role accountability plays in modern leadership. They discuss how it is becoming more vital as organisations work towards creating inclusive and diverse environments. The conversation focuses on the definition of accountability and its importance in ensuring that …
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From Netflix to Newsrooms: How Media Influence and Societal Issues Shape Our Workplaces
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1:07:46In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into a variety of recent news stories, examining them through the critical lens of media influence, diversity, and inclusion. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the controversial Netflix show "Adolescence," a series that has sparked significant debate due to i…
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Is Your Workplace Built on Silence or Speaking Up? Overcoming Challenges and Creating Change
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47:46In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards take a deep dive into the crucial topic of speaking up in professional environments. They explore key issues such as bullying, harassment, and ethical concerns that often undermine workplace culture. What stops employees from speaking up? The discussion begins by examining t…
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Diversity Quotas: Are We Creating More Problems Than We Solve?
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49:48In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards explore the complexities surrounding diversity quotas, along with positive or affirmative action, and positive discrimination in the workplace. Their discussion is sparked by a recent news article about NHS hospitals in the UK implementing race quotas to achieve diversity aw…
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In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into the concept of psychological safety, a key factor in creating a thriving work environment. They discuss how psychological safety is vital for fostering collaboration, innovation, and overall employee wellbeing. Dawn underscores the importance of building trust and…
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Diversity is Dead! The DEI Pushback
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1:10:29In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into the question "Is DEI Dead?", examining how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts have evolved, particularly in the aftermath of the start of Donald Trump's second presidency. They explore the landscape of DEI in a world where political and social climates have …
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Cultural Competency and Appreciation vs Appropriation
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1:12:09What is the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation? In this episode of You Must Be Woking, Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards explore this nuanced topic, particularly in the context of increasingly diverse workplaces. They begin by defining cultural appropriation as the act of taking or using elements from a culture, often w…
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Sometimes A Sheep Is Just A Bloody Sheep
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1:04:13What challenges do organisations face when attempting to integrate inclusive language into their communication practices? In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards explore these intricate dynamics, focusing on the difficulties and apprehensions organisations encounter. A key part of their discussion is the British R…
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What are the implications of Donald Trump's return for workplace dynamics? In this bonus episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into recent news stories, examining them through the lens of equity, inclusion and diversity. They focus particularly on Donald Trump's return to the political stage and discuss how this d…
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What is the impact of unconscious bias in the workplace? In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve deeply into the intricate and multifaceted issue of unconscious bias in the workplace. Over the course of the discussion, they unravel the layers of how unconscious bias subtly yet significantly influences variou…
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In this episode of You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards take a comprehensive look at the intricate issue of workplace banter, a subject that has generated significant discussion and controversy in recent years. They start by exploring the dual nature of banter in professional environments: on the one hand, it can be a powerful to…
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In the inaugural episode of You Must Be Woking, Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards take the opportunity to introduce themselves to their audience, providing a glimpse into their backgrounds and the experiences that have shaped their perspectives on diversity and inclusion (EDI). Dawn, with her extensive experience as an inclusion and culture professiona…
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In this thought-provoking episode of the widely acclaimed podcast You Must Be Woking, hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards embark on an in-depth exploration of the pressing issue of age discrimination in the workplace. This topic is becoming increasingly relevant and significant in today's diverse and ever-evolving professional environments. The hos…
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