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A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 EP7 How to lead inclusive change from any role with Rachelle HendersonIn this episode of A Leader Like Me, co-founders Advita Patel and Priya Bates sit down with internal communications specialist and former educator Rachelle Henderson. Rachelle shares her unique journey from linguistics and education into the world of internal comms, and how her passion for inclusion, creativity, and courageous conversations drives her work today.
Discover how Rachelle bravely challenged a C-suite leader early in her career to uphold ethical communications, how cultural competency tools shaped her understanding of inclusion, and why she believes the personal journey is key to creating systemic change. From her creative side projects...2025-06-1319 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 EP6 - Why accessibility is good for businessIn this episode of A Leader Like Me, we sit down with Matisse, an award-winning advocate for inclusive communications, to unpack why accessibility is good business—and why it's time we stopped treating it as an afterthought.
We explore:
Why designing for the 'outliers' creates better experiences for everyone
Common accessibility oversights in communications—and how to fix them
The problem with getting stuck on acronyms like DEI or IDEA
The importance of listening to lived experience, especially in these polarised times
Why accessibility is not just a di...2025-05-1518 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 EP5 - The Real Risk of Exclusion: Janelle Benjamin on Building Safer, Stronger WorkplacesIn this powerful episode of A Leader Like Me, we speak with Janelle Benjamin—award-winning DEI consultant, founder of All Things Equitable, and LinkedIn Top Voice—about her journey from workplace mistreatment to building an influential consultancy rooted in justice and inclusion.
Janelle opens up about life beyond the title: a dedicated single mum, a quiet changemaker, and a passionate learner committed to creating safer, more inclusive workplaces. She shares how her legal background sharpens her strategic lens and why humility, curiosity, and continuous learning are essential for truly inclusive leadership.
We explore:
What...2025-05-0127 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 EP4 - “From Fear to Fulfillment: Building Inclusive Cultures with Curiosity and CourageIn this episode of A Leader Like Me, we sit down with Garry Clarke-Strange —founder of Think Inclusion and passionate inclusion consultant, who shares his inspiring journey from a traditional corporate career to running his own consultancy while living in Spain. Garry opens up about what inclusion really means, how respectful curiosity can be a catalyst for change, and why joy and humanity must be at the heart of workplace culture.
Together with co-hosts Advita Patel and Priya Bates, this honest conversation explores the emotional realities of leadership, the importance of community, and how internal communications can sh...2025-04-1723 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 EP3 - Why joy, curiosity, and connection are key ingredients for thriving workplace cultures.In this energising episode of A Leader Like Me, Priya Bates and Advita Patel sit down with the dynamic and joy-fuelled Gabriel Galdamez—internal communications expert, community builder, and flying trapeze coach (yes, really!). Gabriel shares his unconventional journey into internal communications, his passion for purpose-driven work, and his reflections on what inclusion truly looks like when it’s done with integrity.
Together, they explore:
Why “bringing your whole self to work” can be problematic—and what to say instead
How trauma and trust (or the lack of it) influence how people show up in orga...2025-04-0421 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 E1 - Internal Communications: The Backbone of Inclusive CulturesWelcome back, and thank you for joining us for a brand-new season of A Leader Like Me Podcast!
Season five brings a fresh approach—while we’ll still be joined by inspiring guests and industry leaders, this time, we’re focusing on stories closer to home.
This season, we’re highlighting voices from The Leader Like Me Collective—a powerful network of HR professionals, communication experts, and leaders committed to amplifying inclusive workplace cultures.
In episode one, we reconnect, reflect on the journey so far, and dive into the impact of our global consultancy...2025-03-0731 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS5 Ep2 - A Journey of Resilience with Alexandra McAvoyIn this episode of A Leader Like Me, hosts Advita Patel and Priya Bates sit down with Alexandra McAvoy, a marketing and events professional, business owner, and digital assistant for A Leader Like Me. Alex shares her inspiring journey of resilience—navigating job loss, single parenthood, and entrepreneurship—while championing equity, diversity, and inclusion.
What’s Inside This Episode?
Alex’s personal journey as a single mother raising a dual-heritage daughter
The role of inclusive cultures in fostering equity and belonging
Why internal communications is crucial for shaping workplace inclusion
The power of representation and instilling confiden...2025-02-2121 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4E8: Building a Culture of Inclusivity with Christelle BeneteauIn this episode, Priya and Advita are joined by Christelle Beneteau, Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer for Ferring Pharmaceuticals. Christelle leads all aspects of Ferrings Human Capital Strategy, Corporate Communications and sponsors the ED&I Strategy, she also serves on Ferring's Executive Committee.
Before that she held similar positions with a number of major global companies such as Ebay, Novartis and Implenia, and is trained as a biochemist at the Ecole Supérieure de Chimie in Lille, France, and also holds a Master’s degree in Biochemistry from Heriot-Watt University in Scotland.
Christelle speak...2024-09-2639 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4E7 Building a culture of inclusivity with Katherine Power and Tony TenicelaIn today's episode were interviewing Katherine Power and Tony Tenicela from Sodexo.
Katherine is Vice President of Communications in North America. She is recognised for driving innovation, Inclusion and delivering superior communications results. A regular speaker at national and international conferences on Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility and Leadership.
Tony Tenicela is the Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion officer, he is responsible for leading DEI Initiatives that help to foster an inclusive workplace culture and ensures that Sodexo attracts, recruits and develops a high performing workforce in the communities in which they serve. Tony was na...2024-09-1347 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4 EP6: How important is equity in the workplaceIn this special bonus episode, Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me,' discuss the Society for Human Resources Management's (SHRM) decision to remove Equity from their terminology.
SHRM, a career development membership based in America, equips today’s HR professionals with the knowledge, resources, skills, and support to make a true, lasting impact—creating a world of work that works for all.
Advita and Priya also discuss the political landscape in the USA following President Biden stepping down from the candidate race and naming Kamala Harris as his nominee. The hosts...2024-07-2533 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4 Ep5 Building a Culture of Inclusivity With Dr Cornell Verdeja-WoodsonBuilding a Culture of Inclusivity With Dr Cornell Verdeja-Woodson
In this episode Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', are joined by Dr Cornell Verdeja-Woodson, Founder and CEO of boutique consulting firm, Brave Trainings.
Dr Cornell has been leading the conversation in DEIB for over a decade, helping senior leaders and organisations use data to improve their DEIB efforts and through His LGBTQIA+ training which is used in multiple organisations across countless sectors.
If you want to transform your culture and build better inclusion then get in t...2024-07-1139 min
Lead with StorytellingLead with Storytelling : Priya Bates - The Power of Storytelling to Create Inclusive WorkplacesIn this episode of the Lead with Storytelling podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Priya Bates, an award-winning professional communicator and President of Inner Strength Communication. Priya brings her vast experience as a co-host of the Leader Like Me podcast and her work with clients across various sectors, including technology, retail, finance, government, and education.Priya holds impressive credentials as an accredited Business Communicator (ABC) and one of the first Certified Strategic Communication Management Professionals (SCMP) globally. She is also an International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Fellow, a prestigious global lifetime achievement award...2024-07-021h 00A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4:EP4 Building inclusion in everyday moments at PepsiCo with Merima BaralićIn this episode of the podcast "A Leader Like Me," the hosts, Priya Bates and Advita Patel, interview Merima Baralić, the Director of Communications for PepsiCo Europe.
Merima discusses her personal background and experiences growing up in different countries, as well as her passion for storytelling and its connection to inclusive communication.
She emphasizes the power of communication and storytelling in mobilizing people, igniting emotions, and shifting perspectives.
Advita and Priya also discuss the role of communication professionals in promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace, and Merima shares her ti...2024-06-2740 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4 EP3: Building a Culture of Diversity with Samantha Thomas-Berry
Creating an environment that empowers authenticity: Insights from Samantha Thomas Berry.
Join Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', for another incredible discussion with special guest Samantha Thomas-Berry, VP of Global Talent and Chief Diversity Officer at Kellanova. – A pragmatic and authentic Human Resources leader with over 25 years experience across a range of industries including telecoms and aerospace. She is a strategic business partner delivering commercial success and her coaching approach to leadership ensures she gives the best of herself to, and gets the same in return from, those she is surrounded by....2024-06-1342 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4:EP2: Diversity, and Belonging in the Workplace: Insights from Garry Clarke-StrangeDriving Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging in the Workplace: Insights from Garry Clarke-Strange
Join Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', in an enriching discussion with special guest Garry Clarke-Strange – a talent acquisition expert passion-driven about inclusivity and diversity. Garry the previous Head of Inclusion and Diversity at Green King, sheds light on his journey and his vision to create workplaces where everyone can thrive.
Featuring personal stories and expert advice, this episode covers the transformative impact of initiatives such as a peer-on-peer support system and the Green King's 'I'm not prejudiced bu...2024-05-2343 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS4:E0: Building a Culture of Inclusion with Priya and Advita (Bonus episode)
“We're focused on KPIs, we're focused on actually driving change, helping people through that change through the communications expertise. And it's really, it's all connected. And it's embedded,”
- Priya Bates
Welcome to a bonus episode of A Leader Like Me, where we launch our new season in which we'll be getting real about Building a culture of inclusion with the leaders who are making it happen.
In this bonus episode, Advita Patel and Priya Bates, Co-founders of A Leader Like Me, explore the challenges of sustaining...2024-04-1127 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E9 Beyond the pitch, crafting a game for all, Shruti Saujani with Priya and Advita"I want sport to be more reflective of the world that we live in. So that is representation from a diversity point of view. But also, treating people as a whole. A person is not just a person of color. There's so many other characteristics and lived experiences that an individual brings. So it's about accepting a person as a whole, and really creating that belonging for them to be whoever they want in whichever sport they play. And hoping that we do reflect the society that we live in, and serve."
Shruti Saujani
I...2023-12-2132 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E8: Unmasking DEI: Dr. Jonathan’s Insights on Genuine Inclusion with Priya and AdvitaInclusion work is not about flags, food, and fun. It's about execution, strategies, tactics, and most importantly, impact. Let's move beyond performative gestures and dive into the real conversations that drive change.
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In this episode, Priya and Advita, co-founders of A Leader Like Me are joined by Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, a leading expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Dr. Jonathan is a speaker, broadcaster, and inclusion advocate, he holds a PhD from the London School of Economics, infusing academic precision into his work. Dr. Jonathan's evidence-based approach, fueled by captivating case studies an...2023-12-1550 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E7: The power of inclusive leadership, David Blackburn with Priya and Advita"Your DEI strategy should not be some separate thing that sits over here, it should be a light. It should be through the center of your business strategy. It should be touching every single bit of what your business is doing. It should be central to your mission and your vision.
- David Blackburn
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In this episode, Priya and Advita, co-founders of A Leader Like Me are joined by be inspiring, David Blackburn, a senior manager executive with over 25 years of experience in leading all aspects of human resources. David ha...2023-11-1646 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E6: The Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmarks with Priya and Advita"Yes, we want equality, but the world is not equal. For us to get to equality, you need to go through equitable practices."
- Nene Molefi
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In this episode, Priya and Advita are joined by the three co-authors of The Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmarks: Standards for Organizations Around the World, Nene Molefi, Julie O’Mara, and Alan Richter, PhD
Listen in to learn about the ever-evolving landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion, how it impacts organizations across different sectors, and why this journey might be longer than we in...2023-10-2753 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E5: Breaking barriers, on equity and inclusion, Sharon Amesu with Priya and Advita"'When we know our why, then we feel less the how.' If I know why this is important, why it's important for my organization, when I can connect, sit not simply with the business imperative, which is clear and proven, but also the moral imperative, when I know why, there is nothing that will stop me, I will find a way through."
- Sharon Amesu
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In this episode, Priya and Advita are joined by Sharon Amesu, an exceptional advocate for inclusion with a background as a successful cri...2023-10-1939 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E4: The art of human connection, Matthew Burgess with Priya and Advita*I think a safe space.(for active communication) that is maintained by leaders and where leaders aren't afraid to apologize, or to stand back and listen, rather than to decree… maintains itself to a degree, and that sometimes the lines get crossed but people will often pull themselves back by themselves without needing to be corrected or admonished.*
In this episode, Priya and Advita are joined by Matthew Burgess, Principal Consultant at Work Networks.
Get ready to embark on a captivating journey as we dive into the dynamic world of technology, human connection, and t...2023-10-1244 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E3: Inclusive Creativity, Vardeep Edwards with Priya and Advita"I think on the whole, it's a good idea, especially for the big brands to get that voice out there and get those voices represented and heard and to bring that awareness because of the influence that these big brands can have.... And I'd be really interested to see how some of the bigger brands tackle more representation beyond the most obvious ones."
Vardeep Edwards
In this episode, Advita Patel and Priya Bates, Co-founders of A Leader Like Me, host the fabulous Vardeep Edwards, founder of the Branding Fox.
Vardeep shares h...2023-09-2833 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E2: Helping people unleash their potential, Zahid Mubarik with Priya and Advita"Understanding your audience, knowing the business case for what you're talking about and using the language for whom you're talking to, that's a recipe for success."
- Zahid Mubarik CEO of HR Metrics
In this episode Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of A Leader Like Me, sit down with Zahid Mubarak, CEO of HR Metrics, an internationally acclaimed thinker, writer, speaker, thought leader and influencer on human capital development with the goal of helping people unleash their potential.
During the episode, they delve into the world o...2023-09-2139 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS3:E1: Allyship and Inclusive language, Ann Melinger with Priya and Advita"But allyship is something that's very actionable that you can do... It's sit down at the table, reach out, get to know people who look and experience different things than you do... You have to start somewhere with that understanding of another person's perspective. And then using the platform or the opportunities or the access that you have to increase those opportunities for others."
In our first episode of Amplifying Diverse Voices season 3, we were joined by Ann Melinger, the CEO of Brilliant Ink. Ann and her team partner with companies to assess and improve t...2023-09-1433 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivitySeason 2 bonus episode: A final look at our book journey, with Priya & AdvitaSeason 2 bonus episode.: A final look at our book journey.
Did you know? you can now order Priya and Advita's new book Building a Culture of Inclusivity
Order from
https://www.koganpage.com/
Discount Code ALLME20
The book is available in most online stores including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, Indigo etc… and in some physical ones as well.
Please note: The book has been launched in the UK but will be launched in North America on June 27th.
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Calm Edged RebelsSE07 EP 04 - How values impact your decisionsIn this episode from our Calm Edged Rebels, looking at exploring about our values, and how they help us with our relationships, how they help us lead, how they help us make decisions, and how they help us move forward.
Jenni, Trudy, and Advita share some of their core values and how this has shaped their thinking and learning about themselves whilst giving great tips on how you can understand your values and how these impact your decisions.
To continue the conversation, and share your thoughts and ideas; please connect via Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.
2023-05-1236 minCalm Edged RebelsSE07 EP 01- How to maintain motivationHow do you keep your motivation going?
How well do you know yourself to understand how you operate?
Does your human or chimp brain take over?
What is your inner monologue telling you?
In the first episode of Season 7, Jenni, Trudy and Advita discuss where you can find your motivation, where it comes from, the choices you must make, and the consequences of not sticking with it.
To continue the conversation and share your thoughts and ideas, please connect via Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.
And finally, for regula...2023-04-2137 minCalm Edged RebelsS6 E5 – Women in LeadershipIn this episode from Jenni, Trudy, and Advita, we listen, learn and discuss their experiences of working in leadership positions throughout their careers.
As three experienced business coaches, the Calm, Edged, Rebels raise important questions over:
Perception of women in leadership positions
Gender equality
Seeking validation
Women’s opinions of other women in leadership
Responsibility towards ownership of when you are ready for leadership
Asking for help
To continue the conversation, share your thoughts and ideas, please connect via Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn.
And finally, for regular news updates and detai...2022-11-1138 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E12: Priorities with Priya and Advita"You are not busy, you just have different priorities." -
Advita Patel (Jenny).
In this episode of Amplifying Diverse Voices Priya and Advita talk about the different priorities we have, especially when it comes to the DEI space. To support something is to prioritize it.
Often times, when it comes to being active in the DEI space, people are always "too busy". However, it's not about being busy but about having different priorities on their list of focus.
Many people say that they support something or agree with something. Yet, they don't make...2022-10-2815 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E11: CommsHero Week with Priya and AdvitaIn this episode, Priya and Advita take us through the inspiring and interesting conversations they've had during their session at CommsHero Week.
Advita and Priya share some of the topics that came up during the session they've hosted this week in CommsHero which was on The integral role of inclusive comms in equality, diversity and inclusion.
Book your tickets for our Diversity in Action 22
Dates: November 7-11 Two sessions daily with a diverse list of guest speakers.
Tickets live now Early bird prices end October 21.
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A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E10: Performative vs performance with Priya and Advita"Because it isn't just about that showing face right and showing that we're doing the right thing, it's about making sure that you're genuinely interested in what people have to say and you're allowing them to speak up about some of the trauma and the triggers that some of these campaigns cause," - Advita Petal.
In this episode, Priya and Advita talk about the difference between performative action and performance in the DEI space.
Advita and Priya discuss the various performative campaigns we have been seeing especially in the past few year...2022-10-0615 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E9: Inspiration Ruchika TulshyanThis episode is dedicated to talk about the inspiration behind Priya and Advita's book as well as the theme for our third conference titled Diversity In Action.
According to Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Petal (she/her) Co-founders of A Leader Like Me, the inspiration behind their book and our upcoming conference theme was none other then the author and DEI advocate Ruchika Tulshyan.
Ruchika Tulshyan is a passionate advocate and speaker for amplifying the voices of women in the workplace. she covers diversity and leadership for Forbes. Ruchika's writing has...2022-09-2813 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E8: Internal Communications with Priya and Advita"The fear complex against another nation, race or class is born of suspicion of the motives of the people who are group behind the enemy symbol,"
Alexander R. Heron, quoted by Advita Patel.
Join Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Patel (she/her) Co-founders of A Leader Like Me in this episode as they journey through the history of internal communications.
Advita and Priya discuss internal comms from its early beginnings, its ties to underrepresented women and religion to the current form we know it in today.
If you are interested in rea...2022-09-2214 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E7: Behaviours and Emotions with Priya and AdvitaIn this episode Priya and Advita discuss the current behaviours, emotions and grief we saw after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
Since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many emotions have surfaced due to the complicated and complex history of the British Monarchy. There will be colleagues, friends and peers who may not have the same viewpoints or opinions as you, and it's essential to recognize that these feelings are valid. We don't have any right to tell people how they should feel or think and everyone is allowed an opinion.
As men...2022-09-1422 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E6: Internal Comms and DEI with Priya and AdvitaDEI "isn't just the responsibility of one department, you have to work collaboratively across all the divisions, departments and leaders to make the impact you need to make,"
-Advita Petal.
In this episode Advita and Priya discuss the responsibility of internal communications in the #DiversityEquityAndInclusion space and the role IC has in cultivating inclusive cultures in the workplace.
Priya and Advita arise the question of why should internal communications care about DEI and have an active role to play in this space.
According to Priya and...2022-09-0718 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E5: Deadlines and Doubts with Priya and AdvitaThe procrastination club: all about being Deadline Driven
After finishing the first two chapters of their book, Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Patel (she/her) founders of A Leader Like Me talk about being deadline driven. Although they only met 50% of the deadline for submitting the chapters, both talked about their experience meeting their deadline.
They also talk about the doubts that we have and the nervousness about people's reactions when presenting them with your ideas.
Priya and Advita discuss their experience in being faced with doubts during the...2022-08-3111 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E4: Tools and techniques with Priya and Advita“Comfort is the enemy of progress”
-PT Barnum, referenced by Advita Patel
As we strive towards making a meaningful difference in the world of work, listen to S2:E4 for a deeper look into free vs. linear thinking, the ‘big why’, written prioritization, sectioning, research and reports, accurately referencing sources, the utility of index cards, leveraging your positive voice and having an accountability partner to help keep you on the right track.
Priya and Advita also mention and discuss overcoming your imposter syndrome as you go through the journey.
Remember: Have a look a...2022-08-2413 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E3: Research and data with Priya and Advita“Here’s the proof, here’s the support, here’s the information that is credible.” –Priya Bates
Priya and Advita are back with a quick segment on how they’ve been leveraging research and data to support their book content plans!
When researching, it is essential to really think about what we’re reading, evaluate the pros and cons of what we’re trying to say, and consider how we can effectively communicate initiatives around leadership and trust.
Advita reminds us to avoid falling into the trap of disinformation, and to be mindful of how social algo...2022-08-1712 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityS2:E2 Facing our fears head on with Priya and Advita“Do a brain dump, get your thoughts on paper, then get started with the editing.” –Chaya Mistry
In light of being honest with our vulnerabilities, Priya and Advita are back with a quick segment on how we can face our fears head on! This episode also explores themes of purpose, accountability and a look at Kogan Page’s book process so far.
As Priya kindly reminds us, the discomfort zone is where our growth happens. Viewing ourselves with curiosity, not judgement, allows us to take flight and spread our wings.
And as Advita points o...2022-08-1012 min
15 Minute Freelancer70. Unleash your inner rebel (with Advita Patel)"You can't be everyone's cup of tea, or you'd be a mug!"Advita Patel is the founder of Comms Rebel, which aims to revolutionise workplace and business culture by encouraging us all to be a bit more rebellious. She's also the co-founder of A Leader Like Me, which is a membership for underrepresented women looking to progress in their careers.Her message for freelancers is to be bold, brave, and step outside our comfort zone to thrive. To develop our careers, we need to find the confidence to take risks to find new opportunities.2022-08-0516 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityNEW: An Early Look at Priya and Advita’s Upcoming BookHello everyone - we hope you've been having a great summer so far!
Advita Patel (she/her) and Priya Bates (she/her), co-hosts of the A Leader Like Me Podcast, very recently announced their contract signing with Kogan Page to write a book on communicating #diversityequityinclusion inside organisations. This new book will explore the important role of internal communication in supporting DEI/EDI efforts. Exciting times are ahead!
Tune in now to learn about the inspiration behind this exciting new book project, the steps we're taking to close the gaps and our focus on diversity...2022-08-0410 minCalm Edged RebelsThe metaverse in the workplace. S5 E9Does thinking about the vastness of the metaverse fill you with dread? Don’t panic: we’re here to help.
Since Mark Zuckerberg bought it to the fore, Advita has been knee-deep in research to understand what this metaverse concept means and why organisations should start paying it more attention.
Web3, virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence: this episode digs deep into what these mean for the world of work. As business leaders, strategists and communicators, do we need to upskill ourselves? If we do, then how?
With ou...2022-06-0337 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E12 Underline your power, don’t undermine it with Shalini GuptaTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
We appreciate you!
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“Don’t let being a minority hold you back from anything. Underline your power, don’t undermine it. Celebrate yourself.”
In o...2022-04-2035 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E11 Breakfast Culture™ with Jefferson Darrell
To our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
We appreciate you!
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"As people of colour, we often don't ask for what we deserve."
On S1:E11, we wel...2022-04-1347 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E10 Blackbelt Voices with Adena J. White, APRTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
We appreciate you!
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"Some people think that if it is not about me, it is not for me."
To move forward an...2022-04-0636 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E9 Overcoming Diversity Fatigue with Jade PichetteTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
We appreciate you!
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“Every human has inherent value. It is our society that stops people from having access and not necessarily the disabilities them...2022-03-3046 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E8 Pocstock with Derrick LaraneTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
We appreciate you!
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Are you tired of seeing the same stock imagery that seems to reflect the biases already present in our society?...2022-03-2330 minCalm Edged RebelsIntroducing Season 5Welcome back!
We are back with our next season on 8 April 2022.
In this trailer episode you can find out more about what we have been up to and what you can expect from this season as we are making a few changes!
If you want to find out more about us, head over to https://calmedgedrebels.com for all the info.
During our conversation we refer to the following resources:
Unleash Your Inner Rebel conference 14 June 2022
https://www.innerrebelconference.com/
A Leader Like Me podcast
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A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E7 You are not one, you are 10,000 with Olivia BusseyTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
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“When doors are opening, don’t just walk through them – fly. When you are the only ‘different’ person in the room, you no...2022-03-1644 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E6 The blind spot of masculinity with Don McPhersonTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
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Welcome to our Amplifying Diverse Voices podcast, hosted by Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Patel (she/her). In our si...2022-03-0938 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E5 Speaking to yourself with kindness with Mubashira FarooqiTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
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Communications is all about building meaningful relationships and extending our experiences and knowledge to connect with others.
As a...2022-03-0232 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E4 The Four Sacred Gifts: Indigenous Wisdom for Modern Times with Dr. Anita SanchezThe Four Sacred Gifts: Indigenous Wisdom for Modern Times
Welcome to our Amplifying Diverse Voices podcast, hosted by Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Patel (she/her).
In our S1:E4, we were pleased to welcome Dr. Anita Sanchez (she/her). Anita is a published author, consultant, trainer and executive coach who has worked with tens of thousands of global leaders and teams around the world. She specializes in indigenous wisdom, diversity and inclusion, leadership, culture and promoting positive change in our world.
We encourage you to listen to the entire episode about...2022-02-2340 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E3 Representation in literature matters with Danielle E. Norris, SCMPTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
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Welcome to our Amplifying Diverse Voices podcast, hosted by Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Patel (she/her).
In...2022-02-1646 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E2 Changing the online game with Rahul SoodTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
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In our S1:E2, we were pleased to welcome Rahul Sood, CEO of Irreverent Labs.
Irreverent Labs is a...2022-02-0937 min
A Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityALLMe S1:E1 Inspiring young girls and women around the globe with Miriam Gonzalez DurantezTo our ALLME community: We appreciate your continued support of our weekly newsletter, RISE. The feedback and suggestions we receive are fantastic. Please continue to share this link with people you know and remind them to look out for us every Monday. We will continue to deliver the latest DEI/EDI developments and updates from around the world: https://mailchi.mp/9bcab56b961e/keep-in-touch
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In S1:E1, we were delighted to welcome Miriam González Durántez, Founder and Chair of Inspiring Girls International. Miri...2022-02-0240 minA Leader Like Me: Building a Culture of InclusivityHow it all began...A Leader Like MeWelcome to A Leader Like Me’s Amplifying Diverse Voices, a podcast about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging, hosted by Priya Bates (she/her) and Advita Patel (she/her).
Tune into "how it all began" to learn about the origins of this podcast, how Priya and Advita came together to start the A Leader Like Me community, and the conversations we're having in the DEI/EDI space.
We are excited to be introducing you to incredible voices with inspiring stories. Through this podcast, we want to leave you with inspiration, motivation and education. Tune in ev...2022-01-2609 minCalm Edged RebelsThose who inspire us - where we get our inspiration from. S2 E6Welcome to the Calm Edged Rebels podcast.
In this episode we talk about the people who inspire us and the importance of having inspirational role models. They may be celebrities and they may not, but they have all helped us in some way.
Here are all the resources we mentioned. We hope you'll find something to inspire you too!
Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/
Shonda Rhimes: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Year-Yes-Dance-Stand-Person/dp/1476777098
Michelle Obama: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Becoming-Sunday-Times-Number-Bestseller/dp/0241982979/ref=sr_1_1?crid=23NW32A...2021-03-2539 minCalm Edged RebelsHow the Midnight Library helped us to reflect on our regrets. S2 E5Welcome to the Calm Edged Rebels podcast.
In this episode, we find out why communications professionals Jenni Field, Advita Patel and Trudy Lewis share a love of Matt Haig's book, The Midnight Library.
The Calm Edged Rebels talk about the regrets they have, how the book has helped them and how they've developed the resilience to move forwards.
Links to some of the resources mentioned in the episode:
https://redefiningcomms.com/what-is-mental-resilience/
Book: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
https://aleaderlikeme.com/
https://www.commsrebel.c...2021-03-1135 min
The Comms ChatThe Comms Chat with Advita PatelAdvita Patel is a Board Director for CIPR U.K, founder of Comms Rebel and co-founder of A Leader Like Me. She has worked within the communications industry for almost 15 years, she’s a chartered PR practitioner and a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. In 2018, Advita was named by the Northern Power Women movement as one of their future leaders, an accolade given to only 50 women every year and most recently she was named on the Northern Asian top 100 Power list and on the top 101 list for Inspiring Workplaces as one of the global influencers for em...2021-02-1840 min
The E1B2 Collective PodcastA Leader Like Me w/ Priya Bates & Advita PatelIn today’s episode we dive into all things internal communications, DEI, employee experience and of course we learn what “A Leader Like Me” is , the amazing brand , and the value these two lovely guests are bringing to so many woman across the globe! Hope you all enjoy today’s episode! Find out more @ - website: https://aleaderlikeme.com/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/aleaderlikeme/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ALeaderLikeMe
Find out more session: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-leader-like-me-build-your-confidence-tickets-1189415724452020-09-0348 min
MeetMyPotentialUnconscious biases around women of color with Advita PatelHave you asked yourself why despite great HR Diversity and Inclusion practices, workplaces look alike and senior management positions are not very diverse. Or have you ever wondered - How unconscious biases are dampening the spirit of diversity?Insights you will get from the episode:What are unconscious biases?What are some typical unconscious biases around women of color?What challenges exist as a result of unconscious biases around women of color and how can one overcome them?1 Key advice for women of color, what can they do in situations of discrimination?What can people around...2020-08-2426 min
People buy PeopleLaura talks to Advita Patel about being an internal comms consultantNext up on the show is Advita Patel. I've known Advita for a few years now and we've done some voluntary work together for the Chartered Institute of Public Relations.
She's also just launched an amazing initiative which I was keen to hear about, A Leader Like Me. You can find more information here https://aleaderlikeme.com
In addition, Advita has shared some ofher journey into working in public relations, it doesn't paint a very pretty picture.
If you want to follow Advita, she's on Twitter @Advita_P and Instagram @advitap
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