From viral trends to personal branding, social media can feel like both a blessing and a burden. But can it really help you build a business, or does it just burn you out?

In this episode of Office Hours, host Cari Street dives into the realities behind the algorithms with senior lecturer Dr. Gillian Brooks and urban sketcher and business owner Phil Dean (aka @shoreditchsketcher). We talk about platform pressure, personal branding, and how to make LinkedIn feel less like a chore and more like a tool.

Join us and explore:

📱 How to choose the right platform for your goals

💬 Why it’s okay to feel awkward about posting, and how to get over it!

💼 What LinkedIn actually does for your career (and what it doesn’t)

✨ How to let personality shine through while staying professional

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" Women have to privilege profit over purpose, and we think that's to do with the higher demands on women's time."

Social entrepreneurship blends business with purpose, so why does the field still reflect the same gender gap we see across other industries?

In this episode of Office Hours, host, Cari Street speaks to Arosha Brouwer, CEO of Quan, and Professor Ute Stephan, a leading expert in entrepreneurship and wellbeing at King’s College London. Together, we dig into the data, the personal realities, and the deeper structures behind the numbers.

We explore:

📊 What social entrepreneurship really is

🧠 How emotional and invisible labour impacts founders

⛰️ What the “Midlife Mountain” means, and why it matters

💡 Advice on doing meaningful work without burning out

Whether you’re starting a venture or supporting someone who is, this episode breaks down the real story behind gender and purpose-driven work.

“Business school is all about changing the world, it’s about creating impact to make the world a better place.”

In this episode of Office Hours, we dig into the reputation of business schools and ask why they can feel off-putting, especially for students from underrepresented backgrounds. Cari is joined by Professor Sally Everett, Vice Dean of Education, and award-winning entrepreneur and inclusion strategist Rita Kakati-Shah, two powerhouse voices helping reshape the business school experience from the inside out.

We explore:

💼 Why the “finance bro” stereotype still lingers

🌍 How diverse leadership is changing the game

🎓 What King's Business School is doing to make education more inclusive

✅ Practical advice for finding belonging and confidence in business education 🎧

" We've normalised a lot of the symptoms of stress and burnout, and I think that's quite dangerous."

In this episode of Office Hours, we’re diving into a topic that feels more relevant than ever: burnout. What is it really, why is it happening, and how can we protect ourselves?

Cari Street is joined by leading experts Professor Mike Clinton, Professor of Work Psychology and Head of Department, Human Resource Management & Employment Relations at King's Business School. And Katie Maycock, a renowned stress, burnout specialist and CEO to unpack the myths and realities behind burnout.

Join us as we explore:

🔍 What burnout is

🧹 Why younger generations might be more vulnerable

📈 How technology and "always-on" culture fuel the problem

🤝 Practical advice for recognising the warning signs early

🔑 Tips for students, universities, and employers to create real change

Professor Mike Clinton’s research explores the intersection of work, wellbeing, and occupational calling, offering insights into how burnout can happen even in meaningful careers. Katie Maycock brings firsthand experience and years of corporate strategy work to the table, challenging the narrow definitions of burnout and offering real-world strategies for preventing it.

Burnout is everywhere, but with the right tools and understanding, it doesn't have to be inevitable.

Office Hours: Why Can’t I Afford a House?

" In areas where there is more foreign investment, you see a higher increase in house prices."

In this episode of Office Hours, we’re tackling one of the biggest financial questions facing young people today: Why can’t I afford a house? Host Cari Street sits down with Dr. Filipa Sá, a leading expert on the housing market, and Tayo Oguntonade, property expert and award-winning presenter, to break it all down.

Join us as we explore:

🏡 The key factors driving the housing crisis – from supply shortages to foreign investment

📈 Why salaries haven’t kept up with house prices

💳 The importance of credit scores and how to improve yours

📉 Is renting forever the future?

🔑 Practical steps you can take today to get on the property ladder

Dr. Filipa Sá is an Associate Professor in Economics at King’s College London. Her research focuses on the economics of housing markets, labor markets, and public policy, with a particular interest in how foreign investment impacts housing affordability in the UK. Her work has been featured in leading academic journals and has informed government policy, including taxation on overseas property buyers.

Tayo Oguntonade is a property expert, speaker, and TV presenter, best known for Channel 4's The Great House Giveaway. He co-founded Brickz with Tipz, a platform making the property market more accessible, and educates first-time buyers on mortgages, investments, and homeownership through TV, social media, and public speaking.

Don’t miss this essential conversation!

"  With flexible boundaries and digital work, people are now moving into an always-on, always-working culture."

In this episode of Office Hours, we’re diving into one of the biggest debates in the world of work: Should we all be working four-day weeks? Host and student, Cari Street, is joined by leading experts Professor Heejung Chung and Joe O’Connor to explore what a shorter workweek could mean for productivity, employee well-being, and the economy.

Join us as we explore:

📈 Can fewer hours actually boost productivity?

🏢 How companies are trialing the four-day week, and what they’re finding.

🧠 The benefits of more free time.

🔑 Practical Advice for having this conversation in the workplace.

Professor Heejung Chung is a professor of work and employment and is the director of the King’s Global Institute for Women’s Leadership. She is the author of The Flexibility Paradox (Policy Press, 2022) and has influenced policies around the world around areas of work and family. Heejung has researched and written extensively on how shorter workweeks impact workers, businesses, gender equality, and society’s notion of value of work. Her research sheds light on the hidden challenges of work flexibility and the policies needed to make it successful.

Joe O’Connor, a globally recognised expert on four-day workweeks and CEO of Work Time Revolution, also shares his insights. Joe has led some of the world's most high-profile shorter workweek trials across the globe. He specialises in helping organisations redesign work for the age of AI, reducing overwork while enhancing productivity and employee well-being. As the co-author of Do More in Four (forthcoming from Harvard Business Review), Joe provides practical strategies for companies looking to make the shift to a shorter workweek.

Could a four-day workweek become the new normal? Tune in to hear expert insights, real-world case studies, and the potential challenges of making the shift.

“You can have a lot of transferable skills that can also be applicable in cyber security.”  

 

Join us as we explore: 

Roles and opportunities in cybersecurity for non-technical and semi-technical backgrounds.

Characteristics of a typical workplace in this industry.

Essential skills and qualifications for breaking into and advancing in cybersecurity.

In this episode, Dr Aybars Tuncdogan, a Reader in Digital Innovation and Information Security at King's Business School, is in conversation with Rebekah Makinde, Cybersecurity Consultant at Reliance Cyber, a leading UK-based cybersecurity firm. 

Aybars currently lectures on ‘Digital Marketing’, ‘Web Technologies’, and ‘Marketing Strategy & Planning’. His research deals with the interaction of business, information systems, and psychology, with a focus on digital innovation, digital marketing, and cybersecurity.  

Rebekah is a Security Cleared Manager in Reliance Cyber's Cyber Risk Advisory Practice. She holds an undergraduate degree in Law with Criminology, a master’s in Public Policy and is a qualified Chartered Accountant with eight years of experience across cyber, counter fraud, project management and government.

“Look at the things which are circular, look at the things which are refillable, reusable, replaceable, rather than always new.”  

Join us as we explore: 

The role of individual consumers in environmental sustainability.

Actionable steps that you can take in your daily life to contribute to a greener planet.

The role of the policy makers and corporations in the future of sustainability.

In this episode, Dr Hannah Schupfer, a research associate at the King's College London Center for Sustainable Business, is in conversation with sustainable consumption expert Thomas Panton. Hannah’s research focuses on the sustainability-related change dynamics in organisations and industries and the role of language in the negotiation and justification of sustainability solutions. Thomas has founded three circular economy startups and is an experienced keynote speaker on topics such as sustainability, leadership, startups and mental health.

Learn more about King's Business School: www.kcl.ac.uk/business

In this episode of the King's Business School's Connections podcast, host Leslie Parsons interviews James Leigh, a King's College law graduate and former Deloitte partner.

With 37 years of experience in the Big Four accounting and consulting sector, James shares his insights on what businesses look for in graduates, the structure and roles within Big Four firms, and the importance of foundational skills and confidence.

The conversation covers the main business areas of these firms —audit, tax, corporate finance, consulting, and risk advisory — and explores career paths and opportunities for graduates. Leigh also discusses the dynamic nature of the industry, the importance of seizing opportunities, and the rewarding aspect of mentoring new talent.

Leslie Parsons holds an MSc in Career Management and Coaching and brings a wealth of experience from her time as Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry, a global leader in leadership and talent consulting. Currently, she leads career education and employability for undergraduate programs at King’s Business School and provides executive coaching for the MBA programs. With deep expertise in career development and coaching, Leslie is passionate about helping individuals unlock their potential and navigate complex career landscapes.

“You fight the war for talent so that you can win with talent.” 

 

Join us as we explore: 

The professional journey of a CHRO

Challenges affecting multinational companies

What talent means in the context of business strategy

Lucien’s advice for C-level executives and EMBA students

In this episode, Dana Minbaeva, a Professor of Strategic Human Capital at King's Business School, is in conversation with Lucien Alziari, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Prudential Financial, Inc., a Fortune 50 financial services company.

Learn more about King's Business School: www.kcl.ac.uk/business