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Sophie Attwood in Marie Claire

‘It’s important to remember, however, that consumers (or in this case the general public) are now more informed than ever before. They’re looking to engage with a person or brand that is authentic, that is trustworthy and reliable. And so a situation such as this one which sheds doubt on that will of course throw the brand, or in this case the Royal Family, into disrepute.’

Sophie Attwood, author of Beautiful PR, was featured in the article ‘Publicists and Royal Experts on What Kensington Palace Got Wrong Amid the Princess Kate Photo Controversy’.

What Kensington Palace Got Wrong Amid the Princess Kate Photo Controversy, According to Publicists and Royal Experts

Kensington Palace’s response to the Princess Kate Mother’s Day photo controversy has fallen short, publicists say.

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Nadia Nagamootoo in The British Pschological Society

‘When we set expectations of leaders to demonstrate and advocate for inclusion, it isn’t enough to simply offer them tools and a run-down of the key skills required.  This is important, but what will make the real difference is if they embark on a more challenging journey of deep, inner self-reflection and learning.’

Nadia Nagamootoo, author of Beyond Discomfort, wrote the article ‘The complexities of allyship: Tackling the inner struggle’ for The British Pschological Society.

The complexities of allyship: Tackling the inner struggle | BPS

Have you ever observed a woman being spoken over by a man, or noticed the only woman sitting at the table hasn’t really shared her views? Maybe women in the meetings you attend are more likely to be asked to take notes or get everyone a coffee?

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Julie Smith in Readers Digest

‘Recognising our capabilities and accomplishments fosters a greater sense of self-worth and is a reminder that the everyday tasks as well as the big ones are significant achievements worthy of acknowledgment.’

Julie Smith, author of Coach Yourself Confident, contributed the article ‘Have you got success amnesia?’ to Reader’s Digest.

Have you got success amnesia?

Do you dismiss your achievements? Maybe you have success amnesia. Here’s why we need to remember our true capabilities

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Sophie Attwood on Luxegen

‘Ensure that your social media profiles, especially LinkedIn, reflect your professional journey, skills, and passions. Share articles, insights, and updates that align with your personal brand – don’t share anything you wouldn’t want your dream boss to see.’

Sophie Attwood, author of Beautiful PR, was featured in the article ’10 Tips to help you smash an internship’

10 Tips To Help You Smash An Internship

Internships are a valuable way to gain experience, as well as help you figure out what you are looking for in your career – it really is a two-way street. We’ve asked a crack team of experts for their best advice on internships.

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Catherine Erdly in Forbes

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‘In the year ahead, small businesses must not only examine their sustainability and reaffirm their commitment to it, but ensure they communicate these real actions to their customers, too. Businesses should also embrace the power of AI, and where invaluable time can be saved by these tools – but also while remembering the human communication which small businesses can boast.’

Catherine Erdly, author of Tame Your Tiger, wrote the article ‘Four Major Trends That Will Shape Retail In 2024’ for Forbes.

Four Major Trends That Will Shape Retail In 2024

Understanding them – and by extension, how your customers are behaving in 2024 – will be essential to your business over the next year.

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Lucy Ryan in Harvard Business Review

‘Revolting Women, by the leadership coach Lucy Ryan, surprised me by focusing not on how unappealing we’re deemed to be at a certain age (assuming no fillers or crazy workouts) but on how professional women over 50 are fighting back against a corporate system that undervalues them.’

Lucy Ryan, author of Revoting Women, is featured in the Harvard Business Review where Alison Beard speaks about how to make middle age less miserable.

Can We Make Middle Age Less Miserable?

Four new books and a podcast offer insights and advice: Hags, by Victoria Smith; Revolting Women, by Lucy Ryan; Wiser Than Me, hosted by Julia Louis-Dreyfus; Learning to Love Midlife, by Chip Conley; and Radiant Rebellion, by Karen Walrond.

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Lauren Neal in Corporate Compliance Insights

‘Companies, whether in tech or other industries, who embrace empathetic leadership will be better positioned to create innovative solutions that cater to diverse audiences.’

Lauren Neal, author of Valued at Work, is featured in Corporate Compliance Insights where she explores what DEI means in the tech industry and how empathetic leadership, modelled by companies like Salesforce and Microsoft, holds the key.

How Empathetic Leadership Can Shape the Future of Tech Inclusion

The tech industry’s role as the engine of innovation in the modern economy could be an overall force for societal

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Andy Brown in Business Plus

‘On top of the post-Christmas financial strain we all face, entrepreneurs are grappling with demanding clients in a hurry to catch up after the holiday, reduced capacity, peak staff resignations and cashflow challenges.’

Andy Brown, author of Emotional Overdraft, is featured in Business Plus where he discusses why business owners and leaders are facing their toughest month of the year with a maxed out “emotional overdraft”.

What is ’emotional overdraft’ and why is it so bad in January?

Business owners and leaders are facing their toughest month of the year with a maxed out “emotional overdraft”, according to leadership coach and author Andy

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Gillian Camm in Authority Magazine

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‘I have a real passion for making the world a more accessible place and increasing the number and types of people who may consider becoming an independent board member.’

Gillian Camm, co-author with Kathryn Bishop of Board Talk  is featured in Authority magazine speaking in an Interview with Doug Noll about five things corporate boards get wrong, and how to fix them.

Gillian Camm: Five Things Corporate Boards Get Wrong, And How To Fix Them

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, corporate boards play a pivotal role in guiding organizations towards success. Yet, even the most seasoned boards sometimes falter, overlooking critical…