Fear is universal and feels like it is showing up more than ever in a world of constant change and uncertainty.

In this episode we welcome back Monica Browning, founder of Courage Through Coaching and experienced life and leadership coach, where she invites us to reframe fear entirely, not as a wall to get past but a doorway. She explains the neuroscience behind why living out of alignment with our values registers in our brain as a threat, what 'fear-aware' leadership looks like and why courage is not about being fearless. Monica shows listeners how to name their fear, locate it in the body, and choose from values—not panic.

Whether you are leading through uncertainty or just trying to make decisions without complete clarity, this episode offers an insightful new lens of fear and the powerful shift to move forward with fear.

Monica Browning and Courage Through Coaching

https://www.couragethroughcoaching.com/

Discovering your North Star: The Importance of Core Values

https://socialenterpriseau.podbean.com/e/discovering-your-north-star-the-importance-of-core-values

Anita is back - and a lot has changed! After becoming a mum navigating matrescence, she returns to the podcast rewired, with a deeper sense of purpose and conviction that being human at work, or otherwise, matters more than ever.

In this solo episode, she shares the raw reality of identity reinvention, the contraction of loving your new life whilst grieving who you were, whilst holding herself accountable to her values . It's honest, relatable and the perfect reintroduction to what Social Enterprise is all about.

If you have ever felt like you're figuring out who you are and what is important to you at the same time, this episode is for you.

In this episode we delve into the topic of gender equality in the workplace, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by working parents and caregivers.

Kiri Stejko, Chief Operating Officer of Parents at Work and Family Friendly Workplaces, joins the podcast to share her invaluable insights from over a decade-long career dedicated to improving family inclusion in the workplace. Through Kiri's expertise and experience, listeners can gain an understanding of how forward-thinking organisations are redefining parental leave, embracing flexible work policies, and cultivating environments that not only encourage family discussions and support mental health, but illustrate the significant business benefits of fostering a family-inclusive culture.

Whether you're a senior leader, HR professional, or an employee with caring responsibilities, this episode offers profound insights into creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. Discover how embracing these practices not only enhances employee engagement and retention but also contributes to broader social change and gender equity.