Dr Maria Caserio and I talk about all things sustainability in design and green infrastructure, reflecting on her experience of international projects over the last 20 years. We touch on the idea we all have as humans that when we get to a certain goal or destination, we think we’ll be happy and that this can cause use to not appreciate the beauty that is around us, everyday. Maria shares how she tries to represent communities in her design as well as sharing that you have to trust in yourself and the decisions you make working in this space. Don’t miss out on hearing Maria’s perspectives and her wealth of knowledge in this episode. Maria can be reached [email protected]. Are you on track to create the impact you want to and make your children proud in this defining decade? Take my Defining Decade Quiz to uncover the key actions you need to take to achieve the impact you'll be proud of in this defining decade, one your kids will also be proud of. It will take you less than 5 minutes to complete! Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

Join Clare Brooke, EMEA Sustainability Manager at Boston Scientific talking about how she has recently transitioned into her first Sustainability Manager role which is allowing her to bring her passion for climate and biodiversity loss together with her professional career. Clare shares how bringing these two things together has its challenges explaining ‘it feels very personal, and I feel it’s so important I can do what I can, so I can say to my son, I can look him in the eye and say I did what I could.’ We touch on the challenge of perfectionism and how focusing on small wins as well as collaboration with others who ‘get it’ are key to making an impact in sustainability. Being a keen runner and sharing her passions with her husband along with investing in a professional coach are just some of the ways Clare manages the emotions of working in this space. A thought-provoking, pointed discussion about passion and purpose, you won’t want to miss! Clare Brooke can be contacted at linkedin.com/in/clare-brooke-phd NB: Please note that this episode of The Butterfly Effect was recorded in November 2023, therefore references to current affairs are of the time. Find out if you are on track to achieve the impact you want to by taking the Defining Decade Quiz. Uncover the key actions you need to take to achieve the impact you'll be proud of in this defining decade, one your kids will also be proud of. It will take you less than 5 minutes to complete! Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

In this episode I talk to Kayleigh Potter about the work she does at Sweep and for Women and Climate. Kayleigh discusses how she focuses on controlling the controllables to address the enormity of climate crisis, along with how she has maintains boundaries in her life so that she can make an impact to be proud of. Packed full of practical tips on how to find your first role in climate, I'm sure you'll find bags of insightful nuggets from this packed conversation. Women and Climate link: https://www.womenandclimate.co/slack. NB: Please note that this episode was recorded in the winter of 2023 therefore references to current affairs are of that time. Are you on track to create the impact you want to and make your children proud? Find out if you are on track to achieve the impact you want to by taking the Defining Decade Quiz. Uncover the key actions you need to take to achieve the impact you'll be proud of in this defining decade, one your kids will also be proud of. It will take you less than 5 minutes to complete! Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

Join Michelle Li and I talking about her transition into climate work, preparing for COP28 and her two projects, Clever Carbon and Women in Climate. We learn from Michelle about how she has been on a mindfulness journey and how she approaches leadership by sharing her truth and creating a safe space for others to share theirs. Michelle explains how working in climate and also being there for her family is hard and how setting boundaries is a skill that can help. Michelle gives some sound advice on what you can try to manage the emotions of working in this space, at this time in history. Michelle is an inspiring solution focused women leading the charge for a better world. This episode does not disappoint and will leave you thoughtful about your journey I am sure. Michelle can be reached via email at [email protected], Michelle can also be reached via her website - https://www.michelleli.co/. Michelle discusses two recommended podcast: The first to support the start of a mindfulness journey: https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF?si=66cc53be3efd4c51 The second to support the setting of boundaries: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NffpSb1tuzmVuq9B71feX?si=31e28189ef7a42d1 NB: Please note that this episode of The Butterfly Effect was recorded in the autumn of 2023, therefore references to current affairs are of the time. Are you going all out to have an impact but struggling to manage the emotions of working in this space in this defining decade? Take this Defining Decade Quiz and get tips on how you can improve this in 2024. It will take you less than 4 minutes to complete! Click on this link: ⁠https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

As we get into 2024, I'm pleased to introduce my next podcast episode! I had the pleasure of speaking to Simona Paganetto 诗梦楠 about her work and passion for getting plastics out of our oceans. I’m Plastic Free is a world-first "matchmaking" platform for plastic waste reduction is Simona's business and she talks from the heart about the challenges and hurdles she has been through. Food for thought is given in bucket loads in this discussion about how we can all manage the emotions of this work to build a brighter future for our children, especially now. Simona can be reached here: [email protected] Her website is here: Plastic Pollution Solutions Platform - I'm Plastic Free (implasticfree.com) NB: Please note that this episode of The Butterfly Effect was recorded in the summer of 2023, therefore references to current affairs are of the time. Are you going all out to have an impact but struggling to manage the emotions of working in this space in this defining decade? Take this Defining Decade Quiz and get tips on how you can improve this in 2024. It will take you less than 5 minutes to complete! Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

An extended conversation is coming to you this festive week, for the next episode of The Butterfly Effect! I'm delighted to welcome Bex Deadman onto the show to talk about all things sustainability. Bex and I met at The Big One in London, back in April as we exchanged views about where we are. This conversation is packed full of thoughts and views about the movement and how it relates to others in our time. Bex shared with us her thinking about why she left her corporate life behind and set up her business. This longer-than-usual, episode will have you deeply thinking about how we can all manage the emotions of working in this space. Thanks, Bex for joining me! You can reach Bex at [email protected] Are you on track to make the impact you know you are capable of in this defining decade? Not sure? Take my Defining Decade Quiz to uncover the key actions you need to take to achieve the impact you'll be proud of in this defining decade, one your kids will be proud of. It will take you less than 5 minutes to complete! Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

Cindy talks about her journey from being brought up to understand that individuals can make a difference. She shares some of the great work she is doing including creating an App which she calls ‘Uber for the planet’ helping people to find work and supporting the planet. Cindy focuses on telling stories that help to change the narrative of the world we live in. Cindy talks about how community plays a big part in how we support each other working in sustainability and the importance of a personal practice that sustains you. She shares that, for her, yoga and writing are effective ways to stay personally resilient. Cindy talks from the heart in our conversation and as a result, this episode has a richness you won’t want to miss out on. An inspiring and thought-provoking view of hope, optimism and practical actions for wellbeing. I invite you to join Cindy and I for this 30-minute conversation. Cindy can be reached at https://cindyforde.world/ Cindy’s book Bright New World - https://cindyforde.world/bright-new-world/ Are you on track to create the impact you want to and make your children proud? Find out if you are on track to achieve the impact you want to, by taking the Defining Decade Quiz. Uncover the key actions you need to take to achieve the impact you'll be proud of in this defining decade, one your kids will also be proud of. It will take you less than 5 minutes to complete! Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

Join Crystal Moore and I to talk about her leadership career and how she navigates the emotions of working in this space as a female leader. Crystal has worked closely with Chris Witty and Sir Patrick Vallance through COVID-19 and has been Head of Flood Forecasting for the UK for a number of years. Now her work focuses on her mission to help people understand what is ahead of us and how we can adapt. Crystal talks eloquently about emotional intelligence and how important that is to inspire action. An inspiring female leader it doesn't disappoint! There is so much in this episode, it'll have you brimming with inspiration and ideas! Thank you Crystal for sharing your view and deep wisdom with us! NB: Please note that this episode of The Butterfly Effect was recorded in August 2023, therefore references to current affairs are of the time. Are you on track to create the impact you want for generations to come? Find out if you are on track to achieve the impact you want to by taking the Defining Decade Quiz. Uncover the key actions you need to take to achieve the impact you'll be proud of in this defining decade, one your kids will also be proud of. Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

Join Dr Jo Jolly and I talk about how she finds purpose and meaning in her work at the Infrastructure & Projects Authority. Jo explains how the BALI acronym (more information can be found here: https://youtu.be/oVWQINTJ5-Q), an updated version of VULCA, can be helpful to capture the feelings of living in a chaotic world and consider how to address this, which since 2020, has taken off. Jo shares how she practices gratitude to help manage the emotions of working in this space and how meditation has played its part too. This episode is jam-packed with honest, personal stories Jo shares including the journey to seeing her kind and caring leadership style as a positive. It’s a longer episode than usual but absolutely worth it! Pop those earphones in and take that run whilst letting this conversation sink in! Jo can be reached at [email protected]. Enjoy! NB: Please note that this episode of The Butterfly Effect was recorded in August 2023, therefore references to current affairs are of the time. Are you on track to create the impact you want to for generations to come? Find out if you are on track to achieve the impact you want to by taking the Defining Decade Quiz: Click on this link: https://definingdecadequiz.scoreapp.com

Interview with Rosie Deane, Sustainability Consultant in the UK. Join Rosie talking about her work in Sustainability. We learn from Rosie about how she takes time in Nature to make impacts in this space as well as her work as a Climate Fresk facilitator. Finally, Rosie kindly shares advice to help others in sustainability to manage the emotions of working in this space so do listen out for these in this episode! Rosie can be reached at [email protected]. I hope you enjoy the episode! NB: Please note that this episode of The Butterfly Effect was recorded in August 2023, therefore references to current affairs are of the time. Interested to talk about how we might work together? Book a free, no-obligation call here You can find me over on LinkedIn too - https://www.linkedin.com/in/frances-lee-rogers-153b4a55/