The Diverse Minds Podcast

• #279 Building a workplace community for Mental Health

  In this episode, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, I explore the theme of "community" and its vital role in supporting mental health in the workplace.I discuss why community is essential for wellbeing, how recent societal changes have affected our communities, and practical ways organisations can build supportive workplace communities..stk-6672c06 {height:30px !important;}Listen to the episodeIf you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from..stk-d6d5d95 {height:30px !important;}In today’s show on Building A Workplace Community For Mental HealthThe importance of community for mental health and wellbeing [01:30]How to define community and its various dimensions [04:15]The impact of splintered communities on public health [07:20]What makes a positive workplace community [09:45]Benefits of workplace community for mental health [12:30].stk-91ebae5 {height:30px !important;}Quotes on Building A Workplace Community For Mental HealthBeing part of a safe, positive community is vital for our mental health and well-being. And we do thrive when we have strong connections."A workplace community fosters employees' sense of belonging, trust, and unity."Work has a very important part to play in ensuring that we have that community and that sense of belonging at work.Mental well-being and health are everyone's responsibility.Perceived hard topics are the ones we need to be addressing, as avoiding them won't make them go away..stk-ba39a0c {height:30px !important;}Resources for Building A Workplace Community For Mental HealthListen to Episode #245: What is Psychological Safety at Work?Mental Health Awareness WeekHow to Handle Stressful ThoughtsDownload the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipe.stk-0a30c05 {height:30px !important;}Work with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC.stk-d762e95 {height:30px !important;}One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for OrganisationsComplete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489Check out my FAQs here: http://diverseminds.co.uk/solutions/coaching/You can learn more about the coaching I do to support your wellbeing here. .stk-1ca2f54 {height:30px !important;}Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion. 

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• 278 It’s stressful to complete equal opps forms!

  Welcome to the 278th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds Podcast! In this episode, as part of Stress Awareness Month, I explore the stress associated with sharing personal data, particularly equal opportunity information in the workplace. I discuss why data collection is important, its challenges, and how organisations can approach it more effectively.In today’s show on It's stressful to complete equal opps forms!Why equal ops data collection matters in workplaces [02:05]The emotional burden and stress of completing equal opportunities forms [04:25]Privacy concerns and fears about data misuse [06:30]How unclear communication about data usage discourages sharing [08:15]Practical strategies for organisations to improve data collection [10:20]The importance of transparency in building trust around data collection [12:45].stk-91ebae5 {height:30px !important;}Quotes on It's stressful to complete equal opps forms!Equal opportunities data should be collected to monitor and address potential disparities, shape policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.We don't fit neatly as humans into neat boxes, so it can feel very clinical to tick a box about our lived experience.Creating an equitable environment benefits individual employees and boosts morale, engagement, and retention across an organisation.Be very clear and intentional about how and why you are collecting data, as well as how it will be used going forward.You want to make it clear that completing the form is voluntary, but that the data helps with creating a more equitable workplace for everyone..stk-ba39a0c {height:30px !important;}Resources for It's stressful to complete equal opps forms!Listen to episode #277: Why Your Workplace Shouldn't Be a FamilyCheck out episode #188: The Top 5 Inclusion Workplace MistakesDownload the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipeWork with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONCOne-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for OrganisationsComplete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489Check out my FAQs here: http://diverseminds.co.uk/solutions/coaching/You can learn more about the coaching I do to support your wellbeing here. .stk-1ca2f54 {height:30px !important;}Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion. 

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• #277 Your Workplace Shouldn't be a Family

  Welcome to the 277th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds Podcast! In this episode, as part of Stress Awareness Month, I dive into why your workplace shouldn't be like a family. I explore how family dynamics in the workplace can create unspoken challenges and how a more professional, accountable work community can enhance workplace wellbeing and productivity..stk-6672c06 {height:30px !important;}Listen to the episodeIf you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from..stk-d6d5d95 {height:30px !important;}In today’s show on Your Workplace Shouldn't be a Family Why aiming for a "family-like" culture can lead to role confusion, lack of accountability, and toxicity [03:45]The impact of family dynamics on workplace conflict management and emotional baggage [08:00]The importance of creating a professional, accountable workplace community [12:30]How team charters and clear expectations can improve organizational culture and reduce stress [15:50]Support for employees dealing with personal challenges and their impact on work [19:15].stk-91ebae5 {height:30px !important;}Quotes on Your Workplace Shouldn't be a FamilyFamily-like cultures in the workplace can lead to role confusion and a lack of accountability, making it difficult for people to break free from roles they never asked for.In many families, there's poor conflict management, which can bleed into the workplace, causing unresolved tension and stress.We need a professional work community where clear policies and communication create an environment of respect, fairness, and support.A positive and productive workplace culture starts with creating clear standards, holding people accountable, and ensuring employees have the support they need.".stk-ba39a0c {height:30px !important;}Resources for Your Workplace Shouldn't be a Family Listen to episode #276: The Stress of Patriarchy at WorkCheck out episode #188: The Top 5 Inclusion Workplace MistakesDownload the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipe.stk-0a30c05 {height:30px !important;}Work with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC.stk-d762e95 {height:30px !important;}One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for OrganisationsComplete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489Check out my FAQs here: http://diverseminds.co.uk/solutions/coaching/You can learn more about the coaching I do to support your wellbeing here. .stk-1ca2f54 {height:30px !important;}Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion. 

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• #276 The Stress of Patriarchy at Work

  Welcome to the 276th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I explore how patriarchy in the workplace causes stress during Stress Awareness Month, examining systemic gender inequities and their impact on workplace wellbeing.In today’s show on The Stress of Patriarchy at WorkIntroduction to Stress Awareness Month and this year's theme: #LeadWithLove [01:05]Definition of patriarchy and its manifestations in the workplace [02:30]How patriarchal systems affect work-life balance and create additional burden for women [04:10]The impact on representation and leadership opportunities [05:18]Understanding what feminism actually means versus misconceptions [12:15].stk-91ebae5 {height:30px !important;}Quotes on The Stress of Patriarchy at WorkPatriarchy in the workplace manifests as systemic gender inequity, leading to issues like the glass or concrete ceiling, pay gaps, pension gaps, emotional labour discriminatory practices that hinder women's career advancement.Women face an uphill battle to prove their intelligence and commitment within the workplace.Feminism is a very broad range of sociopolitical movements and ideologies that advocate for the social, political and economic equality of the sexes, aiming to end sexism and achieve full gender equality and equity.Creating a positive environment with gender equity at its heart is not only beneficial for individual employees, but boosts morale, engagement and retention across an organization.We need to be very clear about what zero tolerance means. Zero tolerance and firing people for misogynistic behavior..stk-ba39a0c {height:30px !important;}Resources for The Stress of Patriarchy at Work Listen to episode #275: Women’s Mental Load at WorkCheck out episode #109: 8 ways to Create Culturally Inclusive MeetingsChallenge patriarchy as you organizeGen Z boys and men more likely than baby boomers to believe feminism harmful, says pollDownload the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipe.stk-0a30c05 {height:30px !important;}Work with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC.stk-d762e95 {height:30px !important;}One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for OrganisationsComplete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489Check out my FAQs here: http://diverseminds.co.uk/solutions/coaching/You can learn more about the coaching I do to support your wellbeing here. .stk-1ca2f54 {height:30px !important;}Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion. 

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• #275 Women's Mental Load at Work

  Welcome to the 275th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I dive into women's mental load at work during International Women's Month, exploring how invisible labor impacts women in the workplace and contributes to gender inequity.Listen to the episodeIf you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.In today’s show on Women's Mental Load at WorkThe definition of mental load and its impact on women. [01:30]Women's "office housekeeping" resulting in non-promotable tasks. [02:43]Research from Kenya on how mental load impacts productivity. [05:21]Gender pay gap statistics from April 2024. [09:10]Practical steps to shift the dial on mental load in the workplace. [10:09]Quotes on Women's Mental Load at Work"Mental load" is the invisible labor involved in managing a household and family, which typically falls on women's shoulders.In the workplace, women do spend more time on non-promotable tasks than men.We need to stop putting the onus on women to set boundaries and push themselves forward. Everyone needs to take responsibility, but it's the system that needs to shift.Gender pay gaps mean less spending and a pensions pay gap too.Creating a positive and equitable environment is not only beneficial for individual employees, but it boosts morale, engagement and retention across an organization.Resources for Women's Mental Load at WorkListen to Episode #221: Wellbeing in Parenting with Dr. Naomi IrvineSheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant's research on Women doing Office HouseworkBBC Article: The extra shift': The unpaid emotional labour expected of women at workResearch Paper: The impact of women's mental load on labor market outcomes - experimental evidence from KenyaListen to Episode #274: Accelerate Action for ALL womenListen to Episode #185: Imposter Syndrome versus Frustration SyndromeDownload the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipe.stk-0a30c05 {height:30px !important;}Work with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC.stk-d762e95 {height:30px !important;}One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for OrganisationsComplete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489Check out my FAQs here: http://diverseminds.co.uk/solutions/coaching/You can learn more about the coaching I do to support your wellbeing here. .stk-1ca2f54 {height:30px !important;}Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion. 

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