In this episode of Interwoven, hosts Catherine Damisa and James Cracknell dive deep with Bex Yellen, founder of the Female Product Lead community, to explore the realities of women in tech leadership. Bex shares her journey, the importance of mentorship, and how authentic leadership and allyship are breaking glass ceilings—and sticky floors—for women in tech. They tackle burnout, mental health, and the future of AI, all while giving practical advice for thriving in product roles. Whether you’re aspiring, struggling, or leading in tech, this episode is packed with relatable stories, actionable insights, and hope for a more inclusive future.
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Interwoven | Episode 2 | “Sarah Mckee-Harris, Sales Geek Tip with Lisa Ansell and ‘Start with WHY’ review”
In Episode 2 of "Interwoven," the hosts Adam, Alex, and James are joined by guests Sarah McKee-Harris and Lisa Ansell. The episode dives into a range of topics, including navigating challenging client relationships, the importance of alignment with personal and business values, the role of integrity and honesty in decision-making, and the power of finding one's unique selling point. The discussion also touches on entrepreneurship, financial management, balancing work and parenthood, and the significance of creating sustainable and people-focused businesses. The episode offers valuable insights, personal stories, and practical advice for listeners on their own professional journeys. Don't miss this thought-provoking and enlightening episode of "Interwoven!"
Finding optimism in the power of entrepreneurial businesses
It's easy to become despondent about prospects and prosperity. The major crises that prevail could feel overwhelming and compounding: business and people suffering from COVID, the climate crisis, the mental health epidemic and increasing social inequalities are enough to drain anyone's ability to be productive. However, I have tried many tactics and I'll like to share one of them here.