No More Hiding

How to enjoy self promotion and talking about yourself

• Quick win episode - take action today
• What others cringey tactics mean for your visibility
• The one thing you can use to feel better about talking about yourself

Today is another quick win episode and we like quick wins at No More Hiding HQ because ultimately that's what I am all about - sharing something that will help you take action and get a result.

This in turn boosts your confidence and then you'll move onto the next quick win and so on. Before we know it you are super happy with your own visibility and are ultimately being recognised, rewarded and valued by those who matter and you are owning your expertise all over the place!

So many women I work with tell me they hate talking about themselves...that they find it really uncomfortable and awkward - when they see other people talking about themselves it can sometimes feel cringeworthy to them and that's why they don't do it themselves.

So how do you find the way that will work for you?

Listen in to today's episode because when you do, you will realise that self promotion and being more visible can actually be fun - especially when it's aligned with who you are and your values then it starts to make absolute sense.

** Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

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#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

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Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

How to feel recognised and rewarded at work...

• The importance of moving from invisible to VISIBLE
• 3 women's stories of making self promotion work for them
• Get back YOUR control over your career progression

So how do you go from feeling invisible to getting the recognition you deserve?

Today I want to talk to you about how to feel recognised and rewarded at work and I share the stories of 3 women that have done just that - it wasn't the easiest thing for them to do in terms of raising their profiles and being more visible and having to talk about themselves, but the results are exactly what they wanted.

And here's the thing - we have to take a step back and see who can really impact and change your career progression - we can find other people to blame, managers, organisations and their culture or lack of support OR we can start to see what's within our control - how can we grab back those reins and start to shift things and get what we really want - listen in and let me know how you will make things happen for yourself….

"So what's it going to be….waiting around and hoping and praying that this will start happening or get hold of the reins yourself?" Gemma Stow

"Whether you want that new opportunity, more money or to make a greater impact - it's probably all three, then stop telling yourself that you have no control over whether that happens or not." Gemma Stow

** Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

How avoiding being visible is a risky game to play

• Top 3 reasons women avoid taking the risk to be visible
• Benefits of staying hidden
• Staying small is not an option when you have big plans

Today's episode is for you if you are still telling yourself that it is too risky to start being more visible.

You worry that raising your profile will step on others toes or question yourself and whether you are good enough to even start sharing your opinions and speaking up.

This one's for you because I want you to see how staying small and not taking risks is the riskiest thing that you could do in terms of your career progression and making that impact that I know you want to make.

See how taking risks can lead to awesome things, that maybe you keep missing out on and how missing out is probably the riskiest decision you will actually make.

"Everyone thinks that being visible is high risk. Putting yourself out there risking your reputation and credibility. When in fact the opposite is true. Not being visible or getting noticed is even more risky." - Gemma Stow

** Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

How much does your career progression matter to you?

Thing's I chat's about in this episode:

• Career Wellbeing really is a thing!
• 4 things to try from feeling stuck in a rut to having career clarity
• If you aren't happy at work then it's hard to be visible

Today I am asking you the question about whether you see your career progression as being linked to your wellbeing?

Through all the years I have worked with women I have found that when they are feeling frustrated, overworked or taken for granted or just basically fed up at work this can really impact on how they feel about themselves.

So we talk about career wellbeing and what that means for you and I share a few tips on what you can do to start feeling more positive about your career from today!

Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

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How to stop standing on the sidelines and get networking on LinkedIn

Quick win episode:

• 3 quick things you can do to up your LinkedIn game.
• Take the test - figure out where you are doing well or where you have gaps in terms of raising your profile

I have been talking to a lot of people recently about LinkedIn the thing I have noticed is that they have dipped their big toe into LinkedIn - they have set up their profile and possibly added a photo of themselves.

But what I am hearing is that they say they are on LinkedIn and using it to raise their profile but in all honesty what they really mean is that they are on the platform but they aren't really ON it. Maybe this is sounding familiar?

"LinkedIn is like one big networking event" - Gemma

"You can't be a secret and a success - you can't raise your visibility game without being visible and you cant see what all those amazing opportunities are if you are not out there and putting yourself forward for them" - Gemma

How good is your visibility and personal branding - take the test?

It helps you figure out where you are doing well in terms of your visibility but also where there are any gaps - you even get a score so if you want your own copy then grab yours using the link below or head over to http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest and the bonus is is that you will be part of the awesome people who get my emails!

Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

How opening the door helps ALL women be seen and heard

• The importance of gatekeepers to open doors

• Why mentoring matters and how reverse mentoring is powerful

• Black women and visibility in the workplace

• Systemic inequalities and bias

• Allies and the skills that are really needed

Today on the podcast we have an inspiring woman who is passionate about breaking down those inequalities that women of colour, black women and those from ethnic minorities face. Lucy Ndlovu is also an advocate for mentoring and believes that it is a game changer.

We talk about the impact of role models and how often as a black woman comes a huge responsibility and the power of reverse mentoring - yes that means a CEO or director being mentored by someone possibly less senior so they can understand their lived experiences which would only serve to benefit them as individuals and allies but also the company as a whole.

Lucy and I also share the impact of gatekeepers and how one man in New York changed Lucy's life forever when he literally opened the door for her. The story gave me goosebumps. Keep listening, you don't want to miss this one.

"Open the door and then leave it open for others to follow" - Lucy Ndlovu

Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

Connect with guest Lucy Ndlovu:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-ndlovu-50a700139/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LucyNdPR

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2021 Africa Day Celebration |Theme: "Arts Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa we want "

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The event will feature African Community leaders in Leeds, Academia and other professional experts who have been invited to join in and participate and give insights about the Africa continent and her diaspora.

The efforts of the Diaspora will be celebrated with a special mention to the African women and the youth.

The event intends to promote and instil pride and create a strong sense of identity among Africans in the Diaspora and promote African Culture, Heritage and History.

The power of being true to who you really are

"Most people regret the things they don't do, not the things they do" Katie Neeves

I want you to think for a moment about those feelings that come up when you are doing something that really pushes you out of your comfort zone, you know those worries about what others will think about you should you dare to speak up or share something publicly - which makes you feel incredibly vulnerable?

Maybe you have had those feelings bit held back, maybe you have jumped in the deep end well today we have an awesome woman on the show who knew that the only way to her being truly happy and listening to her inner truth was to take a leap of faith and how it has paid off and she has gone on to help and impact on so many more people.

Katie Neeves is a woman on a mission - but not just any woman and not just any mission!

She lived for 48 years as a man while struggling with her gender and hiding her big secret to the World. She was thrown into turmoil when her gender dysphoria increased dramatically, causing her to go on a voyage of discovery before finally admitting to herself that she is a transgender woman and that she needed to change her body.

She then came out very publicly via a coming-out video which she posted on her social media and sent to all the clients of her photography and video business, risking her livelihood and reputation in the process.

Listen in to hear her how this panned out and how she hit the live button on that original video.

Katie has since formed Cool2BTrans to support and inspire other trans people and also to educate everyone else on trans issues by showing them that trans people are just ordinary people who want to be happy - just like everyone else.

She helps organisations with diversity and inclusion by providing trans awareness training in an entertaining way by using humour to break down barriers.

Recent participants of Katie's sessions said it was "a masterclass in storytelling!" and "the most interesting webinar so far and definitely the funniest". So stay tuned and you'll understand why as she has me laughing throughout. It's a brilliant and inspiring episode today - get in touch and let me me know how you feel inspired?

Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding? http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

Connect with guest Katie Neeves:

Website: www.cool2btrans.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-neeves-trans-ambassador-she-her-43626814/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/cool2btrans

Twitter: @cool2btrans

Instagram: cool2btrans

TikTok: @cool2btrans

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/Cool2BTrans

How to push past barriers being a woman in a man's world

• Trust Yourself
• Use your 'labels' to your advantage
• Speak up
• Talk from a point of evidence

Today we are chatting to a Chartered Construction Manager who has 35 years construction experience. They are a qualified Building Surveyor who graduated with a Degree in Building Surveying from Sheffield nearly 30 years ago, and can also add Asbestos Surveyor and Access Auditor to their list of qualifications.

Elaine Armitage is proud to say she was Chair of the Chartered Institute of Building for Leeds and West Yorkshire and her passion for the construction industry is clear when you hear her talk.

I wanted to check out her experiences of working in a male dominated environment and we chat about the barriers that some women can face and what they can do about it - there is a strong message of the importance of authenticity and using the strengths and traits that you already have rather than feeling like you have to be someone you are not.

Elaine supports individuals who want to make a career in construction, she says "seeing an apprentice or young professional reach the goal gives me the same sense of pride as watching my own children develop and grow. I don't have all the answers but am prepared to give my time to support others where I can" - stay tuned to listen to an incredible woman who really does ooze down to earth 'yorkshireness' and shares some great tips on how to push past those barriers that might be in your way whether self imposed or in your industry.

"I like to get my hands dirty - people think you are fragile but I am not" - Elaine

Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Take the Test > How good is your visibility and personal branding?

  http://bit.ly/visibility-takethetest

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

Connect with guest Elaine Armitage:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaine-armitage-mciob-1542551a/

How to get noticed when your work is behind the scenes

Today we are chatting about roles that can sometimes go unnoticed like when you work hard mostly behind the scenes yet the value you provide keeps everything ticking over.

We have the amazing Nicky Christmas on the show who launched Practically Perfect PA back in October 2011, which has grown to become the go-to resource for Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, Office Managers and Administrative Professionals at all levels of business seeking support.

The majority of individuals who are in these roles are not always keen on being the centre of attention and much prefer to be the sidekick however this can mean that their value is not often seen so today we are chatting about the things you can do to communicate that value and do that in your own way - you don't need to be shouting the loudest or waving your jazz hands but you can subtly keep showcasing your work to make sure that you are not forgotten.

There has never been a more important time for this to be a priority with all the virtual and remote working. It's vital that you are visible, seen and heard.

Don't forget you can get my monthly NEWSLETTER that shares the latest around the gender pay gap, book recommendations and good practices that are happening all over the place that support more women to step up and be recognised for the value they bring.

Get yours by clicking >> https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter or book a chat https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

#Resources

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast

Connect with guest Nicky Christmas:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicky-christmas/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PracticalPA

Website: www.practicallyperfectpa.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practicallyperfectpa

Event https://www.practicallyperfectpa.com/future-assistant-2021

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What is male ally ship and how can companies do more?

Today I wanted to pull together all the learnings we have had around the importance of male ally ship when it comes to women's career progression. It's been an incredible month with fabulous guests all talking about this topic that needs way more attention.

Companies are starting realise that reducing the gender pay gap is not about 'fixing' women but is about fixing the culture in organisations so that everyone can thrive in their own way.

What we cover:

• What is ally ship and why we need it
• Gender equity and women's career progression isn't an issue for only women to solve!
• The importance of education and awareness
• The 4 different types of ally ship
• What companies can do more of when it comes to supporting women's career progression / development
• What women want / need in their allies
• What individuals can do to get started on develop their ally ship even further

And if you are not yet receiving my monthly newsletter for leaders driving gender equity and succession planning or individuals keen to learn more about all about self promotion and career progression, then click below and join us. You'll also get my top picks of past episodes of the podcast to tune into!

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#Resources

• Get the White Paper 'Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression:

https://bit.ly/WP2020podcast

• Book a call with Gemma:

https://calendly.com/gemmastow-1/call-with-gemma

• Get the newsletter:

https://www.gemmastow.com/newsletter

Come connect with your host Gemma Stow:

Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gemmastow

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingpodcast