Let’s talk about respect.
It’s one of the most common words used in workplaces yet very open to interpretation.

The moment someone says, “That felt disrespectful,” things change.

Defensiveness kicks in.

Intent gets argued.

And a small moment suddenly carries a lot of weight.

 The reality is, respect isn’t universal. It’s shaped by upbringing, culture, power, and past experience. What feels reasonable to one person can feel dismissive or harmful to another, even when no offence was intended.

In this episode, Barbara and Cecilia unpack how different people might interpret ‘respect’.  How power and context change the rules, and why impact means more than intent.

Warning: This might feel uncomfortable and it might even challenge you. You might disagree, but that’s the point right?

 Is there a right or wrong when it comes to respect.