Human Too Podcast

Hannah speaks with Avivah Wittenberg-Cox about the future of work through the lens of longevity, gender balance, and culture. Avivah shares why organisations need to rethink talent beyond the old career model, how 'Q3' —the years from 50 to 75—can be a powerful and fulfilling life stage, and why businesses that adapt to demographic change will be better positioned for the future. It’s a thoughtful conversation about what longer lives mean for individuals, leaders, and the workplace.For more information or to sign up to Avivah's MidLife Rethink Programme, click here.

Most accounting students and professionals overlook the emotional and mindset hurdles standing between them and exam success — until now! Edel Walsh shares her journey from a Big4 tax career at KPMG to pioneering a niche coaching and accountancy firm support-service supporting trainees with mindset, well-being, and exam preparation strategies. She's the Irish Accountancy Hub (well I'm the Irish Edel Walsh really!).

Gareth John is the Director of Policy at First Intuition, with over 20 years’ experience transforming accountancy education and training. Gareth dives into the importance of resilience, the lessons from overcoming mental health challenges, and why asking for help is a true sign of strength.You'll discover three awesome tips for those in their early careers and Gareth's stories of perseverance and vulnerability will inspire anyone feeling overwhelmed by their professional or personal setbacks. Enjoy!

In this episode, Krutika Adatia shares her journey from growing up in India to becoming an accountant and educator in the UK and then Digital Delivery Lead at the ACCA. She discusses the importance of empathy in her professional life, her love for podcasting with 'Journeys with Krutika', and challenging taboos in the South Asian community. Check out her podcast here!Krutika also reflects on the impact of AI on the accounting profession and emphasises the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace. The conversation highlights the non-linear career paths that accountants can take and the significance of enjoying the journey of personal and professional growth!

In this episode of the Human Too Podcast, I interview Rajesh Shah, a seasoned finance professional with over 31 years of experience at Costco. We discuss Rajesh's journey from his early career in accountancy to his leadership roles, emphasising the importance of empathy in management, the impact of AI on the accounting profession, and the value of mentorship. Rajesh shares insights from his extensive career, including the challenges of making tough decisions in corporate settings and the rewarding aspects of developing talent within his teams. As he reflects on his retirement, he highlights the importance of maintaining a balance between work and personal life, and the continuous journey of learning and growth!