Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen with Monique Carayol

In this episode I speak about:What is Bravery in the Boardroom?Why now?Why we're building a movement and not just another programmeWhat's the 1 thing you can do to help turn the dial now?Link to episode #4 The Power of a Conversation Click here to register for the FREE Bravery in the Boardroom London Session on 11 May Click here to watch the Midlands session 2 min top takeaways Follow Bravery in the Boardroom on Twitter Follow Bravery in the Boardroom on LinkedIn If you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe!Share it with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you 🖤Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate leaders at senior level.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter Connect with Monique on LinkedIn 

Welcome to series 3! In this short episode I speak about:The different types of mentors in my support toolboxHow I use peer and stretch mentorsMy 3 famous stretch mentorsThe power of a conversation to find the right mentor or advice you're seekingIf you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe!Share it with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you 🖤Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/monique-carayol

In this short episode I speak about:Giving clear instructions and feedbackManaging upwardsAsking the right questionsSeeing things from both perspectivesIf you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe!Share it with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you 🖤Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/monique-carayol

In this episode I speak about:What does 'be your authentic self' really mean?Being yourself at work Vs feeling safe to do soCode switchingThe 'bubble' you have influence overLeading by example to encourage othersYou don't have to overshare!Get clarity on what you stand for and how you do what you doMentions in this episode:#2 Supporting you to be Brave Part IEp 7 Supporting you to be Brave Part IIIf you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe to my podcastShare this episode with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you for your time today.Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/monique-carayol

In this episode I share:#The great resignation - don't panic!Understanding and accepting the 'why'Recognising and valuing your teamBringing your organisation's values to lifeHonest reflectionsInvest in your people - now and for the futureIf you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe to my podcastShare this episode with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you for your time today.Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

In this episode I share:#The great resignation - why it was that time for meCreating a 'leaving well' planRemoving the fear barriersManaging the perfectionist in meFeeling guiltyPreparing yourself for the journeyI mention my sessions with Collette Philip, Founder of Brand By Me - https://brandbyme.co.uk/If you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe to my podcastShare this episode with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you for your time today.Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

In this short episode I share:How I influenced without authorityEarning the right to challenge or instructListening to understandWhy you don't always have to have an answer as a leaderThe power of playback as a change agentBuilding trust and confidence quicklyMichael West speaking about 'Listening with Fascination' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrPmMwg9X8sIf you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe to my podcastShare this episode with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you for your time today.Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

Welcome to series 2! I'm going solo in this series and in this short episode I share:My battles with self doubt and how I deal with itEmbracing your strengths, style and values Observe, but don't compareWhat about when it's a challenging environment?What's in my support toolbox that helps meWhy I don't like the term 'imposter syndrome'If you enjoy this episode, please:Subscribe to my podcastShare this episode with a friend or colleagueLeave a rating/review on Apple PodcastsThank you for your time today.Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

#7 Supporting you to be Brave Part II with Satvinder Aulak and Rubi Gubara-Sannie.Satvinder is Leadership Development and Coaching Lead at Buckinghamshire NHS Trust. Prior to joining the NHS, Satvinder practised in the social work field for several years and learned the importance of compassion in leadership and managing change through adversity and difficult situations. He also taught an undergraduate social work programme and has led on various teaching initiatives to support learning in the health and social care field.A believer of empowerment and promotion of equality and diversity, Satvinder is an LGBTQ + Network Chair and an activist who believes in respecting authenticity and making kindness the norm.Follow Satvinder on Twitter www.twitter.com/satvind73812122Connect with Satvinder on LinkedIn www.linkedin/in/satvinderaulakRubi is the Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust. Prior to this she was the Head of Organisational Development and Learning and she has over 11 years’ experience in training, learning and development in both the private and public sector. In Rubi's current role she leads the development of the organisation's approach in embedding its culture, values and talent management. She's also been instrumental in championing and raising the profile of its equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.Follow Rubi on Twitter www.twitter.com/GubaraRubiConnect with Rubi via LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/rubigubara-sannieSatvinder and Rubi were my special guests for session 7 of my leadership webinar series. This episode is a recording of the session. We continue the conversation we started in episode 2 (Supporting you to be brave Part I) as it was such a powerhouse learning experience and we knew there was so much more we wanted to cover in this topic area. This episode provides you with more practical advice and techniques to take away and use to help you have courageous conversations, because I believe this is a crucial part of being a brave leader.The episode includes a live demonstration of using a coaching technique to prepare and then have courageous conversations. Satvinder and Rubi also provide practical insights and advice on:Managing conflictHaving courageous conversations Understanding psychological safety & intersectionality Supporting you to think about your role in improving inclusivityMonique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker, consultant, coach and keynote speaker. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career in healthcare (NHS), starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role. She made a career transition to fulfil her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs' and founded Your New Avenue - a Leadership and Talent Development Consultancy to support organisations to grow and sustain diverse leadership talent pipelines and build brave, compassionate senior/executive leadership and collaborative change agent capability.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

Morenike Ajayi (B.sc, M.BA, FCPFA, Prince2) is a Multiple award winner, a chartered Accountant, Author, Inspirational public speaker, Executive producer and TV presenter. She is happily married to Kenny and they have a son.Her relentless need for change led to the birth of “Career Nuggets” in June 2015. Career Nuggets is a social enterprise comprising a Career development TV programme and an event arm designed to educate, inspire and empower people aspiring to advance in the workplace via workshops, seminars and a career club Morenike is also the Executive producer and TV presenter of “Career Nuggets” TV programme, aired on Voxafrica - Sky 193. Morenike is the best selling author of 2 books - Career Nuggets ... Bite Sized Tips for Career Progression and Career Nuggets... Undeniable Secrets for Career Success.Morenike was my special guest for session 6 of my 7 part webinar series 'Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen'. This episode is a recording of the session. She gave advice and tips on how she matched her career path to her personality and learning style, and how she overcame challenges in senior leadership as an introvert. We speak about:Committing to your next stepTaking action and how to 'do it afraid'Finding the right coach, mentor or development programme for youCareer Nuggets website www.careernuggets.tv.Follow Career Nuggets on Twitter Follow Career Nuggets on Instagram Like Career Nuggets on Facebook Connect with Morenike via LinkedIn www.linkedin/in/morenikeajayiLinks to further information on some of the courses, programmes and masterclasses mentioned in the session can be found here:https://people.nhs.uk/projectm/https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/https://www.coach-carla.com/about-basichttps://www.carlamillertraining.com/work-with-mehttps://www.subscribepage.com/linkedinmasterclassjuly2021Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker and a former executive director in healthcare (NHS) who's now fulfilling her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs'. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career, starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

Tyah is Head of Communications at NHS Practitioner Health, a leading mental health treatment service for health professionals. She has a high profile role leading on the organisation’s strategic communications, digital design, engagement and communications team. Tyah used her creativity skills gained from her Fashion and Marketing degree, alongside her understanding of the NHS to help her successfully transition into communications roles, after starting off as an administrator.Tyah is passionate about improving access to mental health support for both children and adults. She champions the importance of knowing when you need to access any type of support; to make it easily accessible to all and removing the stigma associated with mental health support.Tyah was my special guest for session 5 of my 7 part webinar series 'Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen'. This episode is a recording of the session. Tyah speaks about using her mentoring relationship to help her understand how to navigate and deliver as a high profile leader in the organisation. She shares her insights and reflections on this, other support tools she uses and her career and leadership journey to date. We speak about:The right development tools for your toolboxCoaching, mentoring and leadership developmentUsing your 'Spikes' to help yourself and othersVisualising your future - exploring what you really need to get thereFollow Tyah on Twitter www.twitter.com/tyahpinnockConnect with Tyah via LinkedIn www.linkedin/in/tyahpinnockMonique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker and a former executive director in healthcare (NHS) who's now fulfilling her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs'. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career, starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

Nikita Padda is an experienced and successful project manager and change agent who started her career in healthcare (NHS) as a receptionist 10 years ago. She is currently working as a Transformation Lead leading a number of projects across local health and care systems. Nikita originally studied to become a primary school teacher, but when this didn’t work out for her, she had to regroup, identify her strengths and how best to use them to move her career forward at pace. She has successfully achieved this and wants to share her insights, work and life experiences with others on how to influence, build relationships and manage upwards to successfully deliver.Nikita was my special guest for session 4 of my 7 part webinar series 'Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen'. This episode is a recording of the session. Nikita has bravely and confidently navigated her career and she kindly shared her advice and insights. We speak about:Influencing change without authorityManaging upwardsBuilding your network with confidenceHow to collaborate, not competeConnect with Nikita via LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/nikitapaddaMonique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker and a former executive director in healthcare (NHS) who's now fulfilling her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs'. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career, starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

#3: Finding your Leadership Style in Challenging Times with Salma Yasmeen.Salma Yasmeen is the Executive Director of Strategy and Change at SW Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust. Prior to this she was Director of Nursing and Transformation for a large medical city in the Middle East. Salma has a wealth of knowledge of health and care systems and leading innovation and change in organisations and across systems with people at the centre. She started her career as a Mental Health Nurse and is passionate about public services and the role they play in addressing inequalities and enabling every person to live a safe, connected, meaningful and healthy life. Salma was my special guest for session 3 of my 7 part webinar series 'Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen'. This episode is a recording of the session. Salma was honest and open in sharing her insights and reflections, and she really is a brave, compassionate leader. We speak about:Knowing what you're really good atProgression in challenging timesBuilding trust and confidenceTransitioning into management roles Connect with Salma via LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/salmayasmeenand Twitter @SalmaYasmeen_1Monique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker and a former executive director in healthcare (NHS) who's now fulfilling her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs'. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career, starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

#2: Supporting you to be Brave with Rubi Gubara-SannieRubi Gubara-Sannie is Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Hounslow & Richmond Community NHS Trust. Prior to this she was the Head of Organisational Development and Learning and she has over 11 years’ experience in training, learning and development in both the private and public sector. She leads the development of the organisation's approach in embedding its culture, values and talent management. She's also been instrumental in championing and raising the profile of its equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives. Rubi was my special guest for session 2 of my 7 part webinar series 'Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen'. This episode is a recording of the session. Rubi shares a wealth of practical insights and advice. We speak about:Dealing with resistanceSpeaking upWhat being your authentic self at work really meansCreating safe spaces for yourself and othersDeveloping your 'support toolbox'Connect with Rubi via LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/rubigubara-sannieand Twitter @GubaraRubiMonique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker and a former executive director in healthcare (NHS) who's now fulfilling her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs'. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career, starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecarayol

#1: A Leader's Mindset with Tara HumphreyTara Humphrey is the CEO of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy providing project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. She's also the host of the Business of Healthcare podcast. Tara was my special guest for session 1 of my 7 part webinar series 'Be Yourself, Back Yourself & Make it Happen'. This episode is a recording of the session. Tara shares practical insights and advice on developing 'A Leader's Mindset'. We speak about:Dealing with fear and failureBecoming more solutions focusedInvesting in yourself and using expert adviceTHC Primary care website www.thcprimarycare.co.ukBusiness of Healthcare podcast The Business of Healthcare PodcastConnect with Tara via LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/tarahumphreythcand Twitter @THCPrimarycareMonique Carayol is an award-winning ambitious change maker and a former executive director in healthcare (NHS) who's now fulfilling her purpose of building a movement of brave leaders 'so that together we tackle society's fundamental needs'. She shares her leadership experience and insights gained from a 20 year corporate career, starting as a PA and navigating her way up to a board level executive director role.Throughout the podcast series, Monique will:Encourage you to be yourselfSupport you to back yourselfGuide you on how to take practical steps to help you as an aspiring brave leader at any level to make it happenFollow Monique on Twitter www.twitter.com/moniquecarayolConnect with Monique on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/monique-carayol

A welcome and introduction to my brand new podcast for aspiring leaders at any level