Podcasts

Why do so many people feel disconnected at work? And what can leaders actually do about it?

In this episode with The Barefoot Mediator Podcast, I explore the topic of belonging and connection in a digital age — and introduce something I call the A Frame Concept. It is a practical framework designed to help leaders engage their teams, drive inclusion and increase performance in a world where staying connected has never felt harder.

With over two decades of experience in executive recruitment, leadership and inclusion, I believe that belonging and engagement are not nice-to-haves — they are the foundation of everything. When leaders get this right, the results are real: greater productivity, stronger retention and a culture where people can bring their best selves to work.

Takeaways

• How to create a genuine culture of belonging and engagement
• How to stay connected and inclusive in a digital world
• Why so many people and leaders feel disconnected — and what to do about it
• The A Frame Concept and how to apply it with your team
• The business impact of belonging, from productivity to retention

What can 500 miles on the Camino de Santiago teach you about life? More than you might expect.

In this episode, I joined Amy Rowlinson to share my experience of walking this extraordinary journey through the landscapes of Spain — and what it opened up in me along the way. It was challenging, awe-inspiring and deeply enlightening. I found myself letting go of unnecessary burdens, adjusting my boundaries and reconnecting with a deeper sense of what really matters.

I share how nature became my greatest teacher, offering new perspectives on life balance, purpose and connection — one small step at a time. Because as I discovered on the Camino, nature doesn't ask you to be anything other than yourself.

Takeaways

• What the Camino de Santiago can teach us about life and leadership
• How to let go of what no longer serves you
• The power of adjusting boundaries and reconnecting with purpose
• Why nature's wisdom holds lessons we often overlook
• Learning to embrace life one small, intentional step at a time

Building a truly inclusive culture is one of the hardest things a business can do. In this honest conversation with Stephen J. Whitton, I share why — and what it actually takes to get there.

I talk openly about the real challenges organisations face when trying to move beyond surface-level inclusion, and why so many fall short. But this episode is personal too. I share my own story — what it felt like to be on the wrong side of inclusion and the lessons that experience has taught me. Those lessons are at the heart of everything I do now as an inclusive leadership expert, author and speaker.

If you want a candid, no-nonsense conversation about inclusion, this is it.

Takeaways

• The real challenges businesses face in achieving a fully inclusive culture
• Why surface-level efforts are not enough
• Jackie's personal story and the lessons it has taught her
• What genuine inclusive leadership looks like in practice
• How lived experience shapes the most powerful inclusion work

When we leverage the power of humanity in all its forms, we really have the possibility to make magic happen.

In this episode with Jo Dodds on The Power to Live More Podcast, I dive into the themes of diversity and inclusion through the lens of self-reflection. I share my own personal experiences in the workplace - including hiding my authentic self - and how those moments inspired my mission to spread the message of inclusion through my speaking and training work.

I talk about how joining the Professional Speakers Association transformed the way I share my story, and how my most recent book - written during COVID-19 quarantine - acts as a springboard for conversations about inclusion and the small, consistent behavioural steps anyone can take toward a more inclusive culture.

We also get into the practical side: how I create valuable video content, stay productive, manage my time and keep learning, even on the challenging days.

Takeaways

• The personal experiences that shaped Jackie's passion for diversity and inclusion
• The power of self-reflection in building more inclusive workplaces
• How to encourage safe conversations around inclusion
• Why small, consistent behavioural steps are the key to lasting change
• Tips for creating valuable video content and staying productive as a speaker

I have seen inclusion from both sides — and that changes everything about how you approach it.

In this episode with Elif Köse, I share my personal experience of exclusion and how it shaped my mission as a DEI specialist, TEDx speaker, consultant, trainer and author of The Little Book of Belonging. I explore what it truly means to be consciously inclusive and why it is not enough to simply want to do better — leaders need to think and act differently.

When that happens, the rewards are real: a workforce that is true to themselves, motivated and successful; a diverse talent pipeline; and stronger brand positioning. Inclusion is not just the right thing to do — it is good business.

Takeaways

• What DEI looks like from both sides of the coin
• Why conscious inclusion requires leaders to think and act differently
• The business rewards of building a truly inclusive workplace
• How to help every person feel safe, valued and understood at work
• Key insights from The Little Book of Belonging

In this episode, I joined the podcast as a guest to share my thoughts on inclusion, diversity and the power of language in the workplace. Drawing on two decades as a top-performing manager and my work as a TEDx speaker and author of The Little Book of Belonging, I explore what it really means to embrace inclusion — not as a tick-box exercise, but as a consistent, everyday habit.

I share how the language we use shapes the way people feel at work and why small, intentional steps can have an outsized impact on belonging and communication. Whether you lead a team, speak on stage, or simply want to show up more inclusively, this episode is packed with practical insight you can apply straight away.

Takeaways

• How to embrace inclusion and diversity in public speaking
• The impact of the language we use on belonging and engagement
• Small steps to develop a more inclusive communication style at work
• The business value of inclusion and why it matters for performance
• How business leaders can begin to show up more inclusively every day