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Truth, Lies and WorkHow one dad is redesigning work for parents, with Amit Singh Kalleyš§ Welcome back to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast from the HubSpot Podcast Network, hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott.This week, weāre joined by Amit Kalley, former deputy headteacher turned founder of For Working Parents. Amitās mission is simple: make workplaces genuinely parent-friendly. But his journey here wasnāt. After the traumatic birth of his daughter during lockdown and a late ADHD diagnosis, Amit reached breaking point. What followed was a powerful pivotāone thatās now helping hundreds of parents and employers build cultures wher...2025-04-2451 min
Founder in the ChairFamily Business and Everything in Between - Amit & Jaspreet KaleyAmit and Jaspreet Kalley are the husband and wife co-Founders of Mixala, a new and unique chai that is blended with adventurous flavours. With their British, Indian and Tanzanian background, they are using their global heritage to disrupt the chai market.Ā Whilst running Mixala together, they are also parents to three young children, including their daughter who was born with three holes in her heart. Together, they share their story about managing the chaos of children with growing a business. Amit is a former Deputy Headteacher who quit in 2022 to setup his own business, For Working Parents, w...2025-04-1049 min
The Leaders PodcastEp. 09 Amit Singh Kalley: This Is The Hardest Time To ParentIn this episode of the Leaders Podcast, I host Amit Singh Kalley, a coach for Working Parents, storyteller, speaker, and founder of For Working Parents. Amit shares his journey from being a deputy head teacher to becoming an advocate for parental support in the workplace. They discuss the importance of flexibility for working parents, the impact of COVID-19 on work culture, and Amitās personal experiences with ADHD. The conversation provides valuable insights into managing work-life balance, fostering inclusive workplaces, and the unique challenges of parenting in the modern age.If you want to connect with Amit, he...2025-01-2250 min
The Ethnically PodcastSeason 1 Episode 19: Education, ADHD & Parenting with Amit Singh KalleyIn this episode of the Ethnically Podcast, we welcome Amit Singh Kali, Founder of 'For Working Parents' and a former deputy head teacher, to discuss his transformative journey from education to supporting parents in the workplace. Amit shares personal stories of resilience and the challenges he faced, including raising awareness about ADHD, his experience with grief after losing his mother, and raising a child with severe health issues. The conversation covers the importance of open communication in parenting, the impact of social media on children, and fostering inclusive environments for neurodivergent individuals in the workplace.
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What do Parents Know?4.9: ADHDThis episode is with the amazing Parul Singh, founder of Parallel Minds, and we talk everything ADHD; a really personal one for me, given my own recent ADHD diagnosis. We talk about own own experiences with ADHD and how parents can look out for the signs of ADHD either in themselves or in their children. We also discuss why it's so important to get a diagnosis so appropriate help and support can be put into place and the right labels can be attached to our children.Ā 2024-10-2838 minWhat do Parents Know?4.8: Complex RelationshipsJoin me as I talk to Jess Lovibond about how complex generational relationships can have a huge impact on children. We talk about how the way you were parented can impact how you parent and what parents can do to work through trauma to be more present for their own children. Jess offers advice and guidance of building positive relationships with children based on her own experience and practice.Ā 2024-10-2235 minWhat do Parents Know?4.7: Body ImageI'm in conversation with Tommy Hatto, actor, speaker and body image expert about why so many young people have issues with their bodies. We talk about how social media has negatively impacted young people because of who and what they see. We also discuss what parents can do to support their children and to encourage their children to be happy and proud of the body they're in.Ā 2024-10-0736 minWhat do Parents Know?4.6: Progressive MasculinityI'm joined by Mike Nicholson, founder of Progressive Masculinity to talk about the impact that social media influencers are having on young boys. A former teacher, we talk about Mike's work with schools to demonstrate how modern masculinity doesn't have to be what a number of influencers say it should be and that being a man does not equate to being dominant and assertive, especially in relationships.Ā 2024-09-3034 minWhat do Parents Know?4.5: Guilt and ShameThis week, I'm joined by Natalie Costa, parent coach and founder of Power Thoughts, as we discuss guilt and shame in parenting. We talk about why so many parents struggle to be present for themselves because they fear being judged and labelled. We talk about the impact this has on 21st century parents and 21st century children and how parents can find a better balance between their children and themselves without guilt and shame.Ā 2024-09-2341 minWhat do Parents Know?4.4: Toxic MasculinityIn this episode, I'm joined by teacher, author and renowned speaker, Matt Pinkett, as we discuss toxic masculinity and the impact it is having on the next generation. We talk about influencers, including Andrew Tate, and how children are being taught toxic masculinity behaviours and how to treat each other and women. Matt talks with honesty about his own past behaviours and why he talks to parents and children across the country about the dangers of toxic influencers.Ā 2024-09-1636 minWhat do Parents Know?4.3: Single ParentingAruna Bansal, founder of Asian Single Parents Network, and Sukhbinder Vagree join me for this episode as we talk about single parenting. Aruna and Sukhbinder both share their own stories that led to them being single parents and they offer a female and male take on the issues they have experienced since their respective separations. We also talk about the impact separation and single parenting has on children and what can be done to support them.Ā 2024-09-0237 minWhat do Parents Know?4.2: GriefRRT Practitioner, Jas Bhamra, shares her story of loss and grief and how this can impact parents. Jas and I discuss what it's like to lose a parent and the impact this has on our own ability to parent, with Jas having lost her father to alcohol abuse and then going through a divorce. We also talk about Jas' work as an Rapid Transformation Therapist and how her work helps parents overcome challenges they might be facing.Ā 2024-08-1936 minWhat do Parents Know?4.1: Inclusive WorkplacesA brand new season and I'm starting by having a conversation with Cat Wildman, founder of Powered By Diversity, about inclusive workplaces. We talk about Cat's own lived experience as a new mother struggling to balance her parenting duties with her high profile job and how this led her to quit and set up her own business. Powered By Diversity uses data to ensure workplaces are more inclusive for all and in this episode, we talk more about parental inclusion, parental leave and how to speak to management about flexibility.Ā 2024-08-1235 min
The Dad Vibes: Parenting Truths#26 - Supporting Working Parents with Amit Singh KalleyAmit Kalley, co-founder of 'For Working Parents' supports both organisations and parents to help parents thrive in the workplace. Amit discusses the importance of flexibility and support for parents in the workplace and shares the inspiration behind founding the business.
We explore the challenges faced by working parents, balancing work life and parenting life, returning to work after maternity and paternity leave, as well as reclaiming belonging in the workplace.
Join us as Amit imparts invaluable wisdom and practical advice for working parents, offering insights into the joy of parenthood and the profound rewards of fostering a supportive professional...2024-04-1537 min
Every L PodcastEp 62 | Honouring Memories & Building Legacies: A Story of Love and Loss feat. Amit KalleyAmit Kalley is our latest guest and delves into his deeply personal topics of loss, overcoming challenges, and finding strength. Amit shares his experiences of dealing with his mother's battle with ovarian cancer and the premature birth of his daughter. Here are three interesting topics covered in this heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation:
1ļøā£ The Power of Support and Family
2ļøā£ Coping with Loss and Grief
3ļøā£ Creating a Lasting Legacy
As you reflect on this episode, take a moment to examine your own experiences with loss and the challenges you have faced. How have they shaped you? Has the...2023-11-271h 21
Every L PodcastEp 62 | TRAILER | Honouring Memories & Building Legacies: A Story of Love and Loss feat. Amit KalleyThe full episode goes live on Monday 27th November 2023 at 7am GMT
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Changing SuitsLiving Under One Roof: The South Asian Family DilemmaJoin hosts Bal and Taj in an enlightening episode that navigates the complexities of the South Asian family dynamic. In this candid conversation, they're joined by Amit Kalley, founder of For Working Parents, as they delve into the multifaceted challenges faced by families living together in South Asian households.Prepare for a spirited debate asĀ Bal and Amit share opposing views on the South Asian family dynamic in this engaging episode, moderated by Taj. Bal stands firm in advocating for the advantages of living with parents, while Amit presents a contrasting perspective, emphasising the complexities and challenges t...2023-11-1746 minWhat do Parents Know?3.14: Supporting Trans ChildrenHeidi Mavir is a best-selling author and neurodivergent adult. She also has a son that is transgender. In this episode, Heidi and I discuss how she handled her son coming out to her and how she has been in his corner ever since finding out. We talk about the media frenzy that surrounds the trans debate and why the debate has been so polarised in recent years. Heidi also offers her views on JK Rowling, gender, what it means to be a woman and how parents can support their trans children through the journey.Ā 2023-08-1439 minWhat do Parents Know?3.13: Domestic AbuseKeely Grainger's best friend was murdered by her boyfriend. In this episode, she shares that tragic story and how the signs of domestic abuse were missed by everyone. We also talk about why parents need to know how to keep their children safe and also the work Keely does for Remedi and CEASE. Based around the Keely's personal experience of supporting her best friend through an abusive relationship that ended in tragedy, CEASE is a range of interventions and services provided by Remedi to address issues presented by domestic abuse for young people.Ā 2023-08-0737 minWhat do Parents Know?3.12: Growth MindsetWhat is a growth mindset? How do we build a growth mindset? How can parents help their children build a growth mindset? Join me as I talk to Rachel Stuart, founder of Mindset Lab and an academic coach for teenagers. We discuss the difference between a growth and fixed mindset and why having a growth mindset can lead to better academic performance. We also talk about practical ways that parents can instil a growth mindset in themselves and their children.Ā 2023-07-3133 minWhat do Parents Know?3.11: Separation and DivorceThis episode focuses on the impact that separation and divorce has on both young people and parents. I'm joined by Deepa Graham, a certified break up and divorce coach, who shares her own story of raising two children through a difficult divorce. We discuss how different children respond to divorce and the trauma it can cause in them, sometimes for many years.Ā 2023-07-2430 minWhat do Parents Know?3.10: Gambling and GamingHarj Gahley, an award winning speaker and entrepreneur, talks about his gambling addiction that left him Ā£250,000 in debt. In this episode, we discuss Harj's addiction as well as the impact it had on his life and his family. We also talk about how gambling is seen as something attractive to young people today, especially in the form of accumulators and online gaming.Ā 2023-07-1735 minWhat do Parents Know?3.9: Child to Parent AbuseSomething seldom talked out is when a parent faces abuse at the hands of their child. In this episode, I talk to Michelle John, founder of PEGS about how many parents have relationships with their children where abuse is present. We talk about the lack of media reporting on child on parent abuse and also the humiliation and shame that many parents feel if they are victims. We also discuss the types of abuse that parents face as well as what they can do to find help.Ā 2023-07-1034 min