Tag: kathleen harmeston

  • Menopause – Navigating Through The Maze and The Haze 

    Navigating through menopause can feel like wandering through a maze, but with the right support and understanding, women can emerge from the haze stronger than ever. In the UK, where approximately 4.4 million women aged 50-64 are in employment, addressing menopause in the workplace is crucial. Recent surveys reveal that menopausal symptoms often lead to…

  • Artificial Intelligence – Is it Helping or Hindering Female Empowerment in the Workplace?

    Overview According to a report by McKinsey more  women than men stand to lose their jobs by the end of the decade because of the rise of artificial intelligence and automation.  Food services, customer service, sales, and office support roles (which generally tend to employ more women than men) will be more affected. Women from…

  • How Sabbaticals and Fractional Roles Can Beat Burnout For Senior Managers

    I was asked to write a piece for People Management discussing the benefits of sabbaticals and fractional roles for senior managers, and how these can help companies retain senior staff. See the full article here. Companies continue to be confronted with the departure of senior staff due to economic pressures, technological advancements, and cultural shifts,…