Nicola returned from maternity leave to a role that she’d trained a long time to do but that her heart was no longer in. She talks about how she’s struggling in a male dominated team and experiences casual sexism on a day to day basis. Her mind has been ignited by the world of diversity and inclusion and she’s keen to explore other opportunities within her blue-chip firm. However, she’s been asked to ‘respect the hierarchy’ and not make attempts to reach more senior figures outside of her team to get her voice heard. 

Three resources Jessica flagged in this episode:

• Women’s Progression in the Workplace King’s College London & GEO research
• Rocking the Boat by Debra E Myerson
• Mentor Mums

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