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Connected Women, led by Gina, is making significant strides in empowering women to embrace and excel in the field of technology. Starting with a focus on executive women and entrepreneurs, their mission expanded to include marginalized groups in the Philippines, offering them opportunities for growth and leveraging technology to improve their lives.A key aspect of their work is the intersection of technology and AI. The rapid advancement of AI technology presents immense potential, but it is essential to address challenges and ensure inclusivity. Gina's dedication to diversity and inclusivity is transforming the technology landscape, creating a more equitable future.With Gina's leadership and the ethos of Connected Women, the transformative power of women in technology is being recognized, paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse tech landscape.Where to find them:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamginaromero/Website: https://connectedwomen.ai/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mettamatchJoin 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at techlondon.io

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the job market, leading to discussions about remote work and its implications. Expert Noel Andrews highlights challenges faced by employers, such as skill shortages and high salary demands. Employers face competition from regions with lower labor costs, and candidates should network and demonstrate commitment. Noel emphasizes avoiding generalizations and finding a balance between employer and employee expectations. Clear communication and task definition are crucial for finding candidates excelling in remote work environments. Both employers and candidates must adapt, communicate effectively, and embrace new ways of working to succeed in this evolving landscape. Where to find them: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelandrews/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noel_andrews Website: https://jobrack.eu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jobrack1 2-Hour Cocktail Party: https://www.amazon.com/2-Hour-Cocktail-Party-Relationships-Gatherings-ebook/dp/B0B2KW6T7J Join 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at techlondon.io

In this episode we welcome back Danae Shell, Co-founder and CEO of Valla, as she talks about remote work discrimination and the importance of employer flexibility.Danae shares an incident where a woman requested flexible working arrangements but her employer denied them, leading to her resignation. The employment tribunal found the employer engaged in indirect sex discrimination, resulting in discrimination and unlawful consequences.Compensation for past and future losses and injury to feelings may be awarded. The consequences of discrimination can include compensation for past and future losses and an award for injury to feelings.Danae also touches on the ongoing debate regarding remote work and the push to return to the office. Employers must understand employment law and seek external advice when addressing requests for flexible working or reasonable adjustments, particularly for disabled individuals.The platform "Valla" helps individuals document workplace issues and guide them through the process of taking action, including raising grievances or going to a tribunal.Where to reach them:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danaeyshell/Website: https://www.valla.uk/ Join 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers, and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at https://techlondon.io/

In this episode, we have Stewart and Lujza from the Digital Mental Health Alliance talk about their goal to help a billion people with digital solutions for mental health.They show how important it is to have a venue that brings together people who make mental health apps, experts, and investors. The talk is about how many mental health apps haven't been proven to work and how important it is to get rid of the stigma surrounding mental health.They stress the need to educate the industry and the public, promote goods and services that have been proven to work and build a community of support for people with mental health problems.They show how important it is to have a venue that brings together people who make mental health apps, experts, and investors. They stress the need to educate the industry and the public, promote goods and services that have been proven to work and build a community of support for people with mental health problems.Stewart talks about how the cause is important to him because he has lost 11 founder friends to suicide and has struggled with his own mental health. He says that mental health needs to be a top priority in the business world and that the way people talk about getting help needs to change.Lujza talks about how the mental health community is based on sensitivity and how app developers for mental health need to work together. They want people and groups to join the Digital Mental Health Alliance and help them improve access to safe and effective digital solutions for mental health.Links:LinkedInLujza Bubanova: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lujzabubanova/Stewart Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartrogers/WebsiteSeeMe Healthcare: https://www.seemehealth.de/Digital Mental Health Alliance: https://www.thedmha.org/TwitterStewart: https://twitter.com/TheRealSJR Lujza: https://twitter.com/lujzabubanovaInstagramLujza: https://www.instagram.com/lujzajohnsmithStewart: https://www.instagram.com/therealsjrJoin 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at #techlondon.com

In this episode we have Eduard Kim from New Meta Gaming Arena from Islington Square with Adrian De Leon. New Meta Gaming Arena is a community for gamers and people who loves gaming. Where you can play together, learn together, and achieve together. The business model is based on frequency and loyalty, rather than extortionate prices, and is aimed at providing customers with a high-powered gaming laptop and a socialising event. The long-term goal is to add things such as a coworking space for gaming professionals, and Space for just playing. New Meta aims to develop their brand as an online brand, similar to how sports teams build a brand. Ed discusses the potential for Esports to be included in the Olympics, but the fundamental problem is that there are too many different types of online games to choose from.Website: https://playnewmeta.gg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduard-kim-184b5566/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/playnewmeta?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playnewmeta/Join 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at #techlondon.com

Matt Hodgkinson is a consultant who assists B2B organisations in breaking out of the humdrum and injecting excitement into their positioning and marketing. He talks about the concept of MEHscapology, which is the idea of escaping the MEH of business. Matt emphasises the necessity of being unique and transparent about what you discuss in order to stand out and capture someone's attention. Matt also talks about how important it is to target the appropriate people and make them feel like they've never heard or seen anything like it before. He stresses the need of using several languages and matching the buyer's speed. According to Matt, positioning is about people's perceptions, which is the prism through which ideal purchasers evaluate a value proposition. He strongly opposes mass outreach methods like dripify and duck soup and offers a new way.Matt also addresses the significance of engagement metrics and advocates discontinuing paid outreach until they find an organic avenue that works for them. Where to reach them:Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthodkinson/MEHscapalogy: https://amzn.to/42D0jF8Total Growth Ownership; https://totalgrowthownership.com/How to ask for case studies by Matt Hodkinson: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-ask-case-studies-matt-hodkinson/?trackingId=O%2FXw6lkqS6m7ntqJsb7Exg%3D%3DThe Ultimate LinkedIn Messaging Guide - Daniel Disney - Speaker/Trainer/Author : https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldisney/Obviously Awesome: How to Nail Product Positioning so Customers Get It, Buy It, Love It: https://amzn.to/3IelC7TCreator Write Club: https://www.meetup.com/pro/coworking/Join 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at #techlondon.com

Jim Glennon, who has spent the last three decades working as a trainer, consultant, and service developer for organisations that aim to improve the world, joins us today. He has a background in teaching, training, and human resources, and he also has experience in counselling and leading workshops. Jim is one of a team of LGBT people with management and CIPD (The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) experience who are making a difference in the workplace by advising businesses on how to become more welcoming to LGBT employees. Jim discusses the importance of inclusive policies and the need for specific channels through which members of the LGBT community can report incidents of harassment and bullying.Jim educates businesses on how to pass the Pride UK Quality Standard, which evaluates how well they deal with customers who are in the same sex relationships as their employees.He also talks about how to deal with the shame and alienation that trans people often feel at work, as well as how to post stuff on a website without coming off as pride washing.Where to reach Jim:Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-glennon-71254824b/Jim Glennon Training: https://www.jimglennontraining.com/ Links mentioned:CIPD: https://www.cipd.org/en/Pride UK Quality Standard: https://www.prideukqualitystandard.com/Last Friday SuperSocial Connector Event for Creators X Believe In Greatness: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/last-friday-supersocial-connector-event-for-creators-x-believe-in-greatness-tickets-559535053407?aff=ebdsoporgprofileImpact Brixton: https://impactbrixton.com/ Join 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at #techlondon.com

Danae Shell, Co-founder and CEO of Valla, discusses the impact of economics and social injustice in the UK and how they are increasing revenue in this episode of the #techlondon podcast. Valla enables employees to self-represent when their employers engage in illegal behaviour. Employers responded in 2022 with widespread layoffs and an increase in inflation, while employees have had a taste and do not want to return to the old ways. Danae discusses the significance of embracing discomfort in order to reach high levels of growth and performance. They talk about how uncomfortable it is to stay up late at night and not sleep for four days to launch a product and the automatic behaviour of uttering "the house into my heart" without thinking. She also discusses the concept of Allyship, how to negotiate it in the workplace, and the stigma associated with transgender persons. Danae covers VUCA, which stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity. Outsized returns are vital for individuals who can innovate and operate more productively.Where to reach them:The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth - Amy C. Edmondson Creator Write Club Join 1000’s London-centred founders, creators, freelancers and makers in the #techlondon slack channel at #techlondon.com

Today's techlondon podcast features Gareth, co-founder of Town Square, discussing our upcoming #techlondon and London Coworking Assembly workshop at UCL's Entrepreneurial and Innovation Centre. RSVP for the event here. The workshop is co-created with OfficeRnD - listen to the #techlondon podcast with Miro, OfficeRnD co-founder, here.The workshop aims to help participants find opportunities, connections and directions in London's entrepreneurial ecosystem. The Town Square startup club is an example of a support group for founders going through similar experiences. About the WorkshopThe workshop aims to democratize the entrepreneurial ecosystem by making it accessible and clear to everyone. The COVID-19 pandemic has made people more aware of local resources and how they can contribute to the ecosystem. The What if everyone was an entrepreneur concept is introduced, which challenges the idea that only certain people can be entrepreneurs. The workshop aims to help people become more entrepreneurial in different walks of life and industries. Adaptability and entrepreneurship are discussed as crucial for success in the modern economy.Town Square offers resources for starting a responsible business, and in his newsletter, The Good Founder, Gareth covers responsible business and B Corps topics.Further readingDownload - What if everyone could walk to work?Download - What if everyone was an entrepreneur?Links mentioned in the showGareth on LinkedInGareth on TwitterTown Sq on TwitterGareths "The Good Founder" newsletterTown Square by Old Steet RoundaboutThree Sixty Work Rooms BarkingLondon Coworking AssemblyCreator Write Club - daily free to attend writing meet up in London coworking spaces.Bernie on LinkedInSubscribe to our podcast and learn more about the #techlondon community HERE! (p.s. Bernie forgot to switch his podcast mic on, so he recorded this one through his laptop mic.) #techfail

On this episode, we hear Anna Chuicharoen( )Community Manager at TownSq IslingtonAnna has spent the past 20 years in various communities and is committed to making a difference there. She has worked as a senior office manager and in fashion and interior design business operations and marketing. Anna is really enjoying working for a bcorp where profit equals purpose.She holds a deep connection to her Thai heritage and is a co-founder of the annual Epsom Thai Festival - which celebrates Thai food and culture.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://www.townsqislington.co.uk/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnnaTSqLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-chuicharoen/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear Alex Barker ( )Facilitator, Speaker, Author, Coach, Pirate at BE MORE PIRATEAlex is the 'Captain' of a network and movement for change, leading workshops for businesses, building our community, producing and co-hosting our Be More Pirate podcast, public speaking, consulting, and coaching.She's found that most organisations have similar difficulties as a result of being built like machines, and that interventions and modifications are straightforward.Unlearning is difficult, butthat is where Being More Pirate can help.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://www.bemorepirate.com/store/be-more-pirateTwitter: https://twitter.com/AlexandraBarke1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-barker-46745471/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear Tracy Childers ( )Co-Founder & President of WishList ProductsTracy Childers is the President and Co-Founder of WishList Products, a firm that develops internet software.The company's flagship product, WishList Member, is a sophisticated yet easy plugin that converts any WordPress site into a full-fledged membership site.WishList Member has powered over 106,338 membership sites, online courses, and communities for entrepreneurs, writers, and information publishers all around the world since 2008.WishList Member has grown to become one of the world's most popular and widely used membership services.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://wishlistmember.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/tracychildersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tachildersSubscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear Gerald Vanderpuye ( )Co-Founder of Impact Brixton, ShoDeck(prev. Buyerdeck), and Founder of Virtue Collectors clubGerald Vanderpuye and Jenine Baptiste, who are both from Brixton, started the company so that Impact Hub Brixton wouldn't have to close down when its previous operator, the international Impact Hub organisation, decided to leave Brixton. Impact Brixton has made an office space for coworking that is unique in the field. They are led by their morals and their communities. They want to give local business owners office space, services, and help while also inspiring and empowering them to do work that makes a real difference in the world.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://impactbrixton.com/http://buyerdeck.com/Blog: http://blog.buyerdeck.com/Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_faU34r_-4Twitter: https://twitter.com/BuyerDeckhttps://twitter.com/GeraldvdpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldvdp/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear Andy Bargery ( )Marketing Consultant and Agency Advisor at Agency Squared and Marketing Director at Modern Architecture WorkshopAndy Bargery is a seasoned marketer, marketing consultant, agency advisor, and tutor who began his marketing career in 1998 with Compaq. He is currently spending a lot of time developing marketing alliances, assisting in-house marketers in appointing the proper agency to address a business challenge, assisting agencies in building partnerships from across his network, and bridging the gap with agency investors.Connect with them online atWebsite: agencysquared.co.ukmaw.designTwitter: https://twitter.com/andybargeryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybargerySubscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear Olivia Sibony ( )Co-Founder of Impact Amplified and Global Entrepreneur Programme - Dealmaker at the Department for International Trade (DIT)Olivia believes in using business as a force for good.She has been awarded: "Top 10 UK Women Entrepreneurs" 2019 and Wise100 Top Women in Social Business.And has become a Board member UCL FastForward 2030 and Deputy Chair Mayor of London's Women in CleanTechConnect with them online atWebsite: https://www.impactamplified.co.uk/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OliviaSibonyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviasibony/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear from Thor A Rain ()Health Activist / Founder of First Aid for Feelings brought to you by The Helpful ClinicThor created First Aid for Feelings in 2003 to help him deal with the pain, stress, anger, and anxiety that came with going from fully functioning to bed-bound with excruciating pain overnight.He has been teaching this material since 2010. Over 3200 people have received this training to date through one-on-one consultations, workshops, or the online ten-day meditation course on Insight Timer.He specialises in stress and anxiety, as well as pain and fatigue. In his experience, mastering how to read and respond to these feelings equips you with the skills and sturdiness to deal with all feelings.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://firstaidforfeelings.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstaid4feelings/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thorarain/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear Richard Eaton ( )Managing Director at No Code Ninja Richard creates software for folks who like to move quickly.He can design and construct projects in weeks, not months, thanks to his ninja skills and the lack of code development tools.He works with non-technical founders to help them convert their ideas into reality and launch projects quickly.He also supports entrepreneurs and businesses in launching a completely functional MVP (Minimal Viable Product) in 4 to 12 weeks.Richard does this through many years of experience and the power of no code development.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://nocodeninja.co.uk/Twitter: https://twitter.com/richardjeatonhttps://twitter.com/appwareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardjeaton/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear from Sarah Townsend ()Freelance Marketing Copywriter and EditorSarah works as a senior freelance copywriter to help socially aware businesses succeed by discovering and communicating what makes them unique, as well as employing powerful, convincing language to advertise their products and services.She has been on a quest to assist freelancers and small business owners create stronger boundaries, find amazing balance, and prevent burnout since she published my Amazon #1 book, Survival Skills for Freelancers and Queen of Confusables - her newest book.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://www.sarahtownsendeditorial.co.uk/Email: hello@sarahtownsendeditorial.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecopywritersday/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahtownsendeditorial/Book: https://www.sarahtownsendeditorial.co.uk/survival-skills-for-freelancers/Book: https://www.sarahtownsendeditorial.co.uk/the-little-book-of-confusables/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear from Abdiqani H. Ahmed ()Founder and CEO of LionscreedHosting for The TechLondon Podcast is Zara Djibouti from Urban MBA.Lionscreed is a gaming and entertainment company established in the United Kingdom. It is home to a diverse, committed, and talented collection of people, with teams across five esports titles and a supporting group of 20 streamers. Founded in 2019 with a drive for winning, style, and innovation, Lionscreed has won 11 titles and became one of the first teams to be aired on national television in their first year. Lionscreed aims to be a global staple, not just in the UK.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://lionscreed.gg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdiqani-h-ahmed/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/lionscreed/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LCAB96Twitter - Lionscreed: https://twitter.com/LionsCreedGGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lionscreedgg/Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/

On this episode, we hear from Hugo de Sousa ()Founder of We Help UkraineWe Help Ukraine is a global help platform. We are ready to start federating with other organisations, and countries, to:1 - Accelerate the match between who needs help and the ones providing help2 - Avoid waste of resources by duplication of efforts (typical problem in humanitarian efforts such as catastrophe or war)It's the first time there's proper Internet in a theatre of war; We Help Ukraine provides the necessary technology to provide help via mobile phones.Connect with them online atWebsite: https://www.wehelpukraine.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugocsousa/Twitter: https://twitter.com/hugocsousaTwitter - We Help Ukraine: https://twitter.com/WHUorgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wehelpukraineorg/If you are from the UK: 07458 152 230Ukraine: +380 800 503 598USA: +1 202 978 6038Subscribe to our podcast and find out more about the #techlondon community at https://techlondon.io/