Organisations who demonstrate that they value caring are a magnet for attracting and retaining talent.

Yet, what does “caring” mean?

Historically, caring has often been a role associated largely with women and is often reinforced with gender stereotypes reinforced in society, culture...

There is no denying that the impact of COVD-19 brought many challenges to both individuals and businesses, large and small. However, it has also driven new working practices and mindsets that offer an incredible opportunity for organisations to foster inclusive cultures and equality at...

What is a working parent programme?

This is an initiative employed by innovative organisations who recognise that the transition to parenthood is a critical, high-risk period, which often creates professional stress and disruption, derailing professional lives and burdening business with...

This phase really does feel like a rollercoaster to every woman: excited, energised one moment, sick or tired and fearful of the future the next moment, coupled with a changing body shape and rather adhoc emotions. It’s no surprise that it is a somewhat confusing period in our lives...

There has been much research and debate around what is the key to advancement for women in business. Much focus is on “fixing”, or as we like to view it "empowering" the individual herself - increasing networking skills and visibility at work, finding a mentor, identifying a sponsor,...

How to PRETEND you care about women at work

Provide training opportunities out of hours

Offering additional training and networking opportunities shows that you care about supporting and developing your female employees. However offering these opportunities outside of working hours can...

Thriving Talent Diversity & Inclusion Experts share their insights about 2021…

It’s been another year of epic highs and chasmic lows as the effects of the Pandemic continue to ripple through all aspects of our lives. 

At Thriving Talent, it has been a year of inclusion. A...

Accompanying the transition to parenthood requires a change in assumptions, beliefs, behaviour, and motivations for the parents concerned.

It is probably one of the most challenging and exciting transitions for a woman, amplified by many mental and physical changes and unknowns, with associated...

It’s the moment you’ve spent years preparing for. All eyes are on you, waiting to see if you succeed or fail. The pressure is immense. Everything is riding on your performance. 

How would you fare in this situation? The answer has a lot to do with mental fitness. 

Defined as...

Some time ago I was talking to an old friend who has recently retired from his role as Chief Operating Officer in a global organisation and the subject of gender parity at all levels of leadership came up. 

He shared how his company had invested millions in training over the years and...