Talking Respect

Talking Respect

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  • 26: How to get your job application into the hands of recruiters by Leading Recruiter Robert Hanna

    Robert Hanna is a High Profile legal recruiter in London, Founder and Managing Director of KC Partners, mentor and the Podcast host of Legally Speaking. On this podcast he shares with us his leading expertise of what you can do to get your application into the hands of recruiters by providing a personalised application (not a generic one), specifics things that you can do to stand out in interview when interviewing remotely and how to ensure you get the job you want in law. If you’re working on your CV and are unsure what to add to it, want to get ahead in your career or want to land a job in law then this is the podcast for you. We speak about mentoring and the benefits this has in getting ahead in your career. If you want to learn more on Robert Hanna tune into his podcast Legally Speaking or visit his social media @rob_law_kc

    24 min
  • 07: Mental Health, Parenting and Coping with Grief with Psychologist Layal Azizi

    Clinical Psychologist, Layal Azizi shares expert tips on how to manage parent and child relationship during times of crisis, that prioritising your well-being is key to a healthy mind. Layal also shares her experience of the devastating incident in Lebanon this year and what she did to overcome her grief of losing her ideas and future plans. 2020 led to a loss of control for many which meant having to adapt to a volatile and uncertain future. Layal explains that focusing on what you “can control” in an ever changing future is the way to a happy place. Tune into this recent episode for more on Layal’s expert insights. You can find her on social media @layalazizi

    24 min
  • 23: Why you need a Mentor and Becoming your own Boss with Law Partner, Michelle Fonseca-Kamana

    Michelle Fonseca-Kamana is Principal Founder and Partner of West Coast Lemons Law Firm in California. Michelle proudly speaks of her brave move to start a new law firm just before the Pandemic hit in 2020. She speaks of empowering women through mentoring in hope to see more women stand up for themselves transitioning into happier roles at work and negotiating higher salaries. Michelle vulnerably shares her experience of imposter syndrome and prioritising work before family and friends milestone events. She shares insights including the importance of setting priorities to ensure a balance in work and life. Michelle speaks of the benefits of virtual working for her law practice and so much more. To learn about Michelle visit her webpage at www.westcoastlemons.com and her social media: @westcoastlemons

    18 min
  • 20: Lifting the Mic on Mental Health & Finding Harmony in the present moment with Amna Al Haddad

    Amna Al Haddad is Ted X speaker, first Arab hijabi competitive weightlifter, Mental Health Advocate, Inspirational Speaker and Writer from the UAE.

    Amna openly shares the struggles that she faced during the follow up of major sporting events. Despite the injuries, lack of equipment and difficulty finding sponsors as a young Arab female in the Emirates, Amna built a solid character and pursued her dreams against all odds.
    She courageously shares how her perception had changed since she last spoke at Ted x in 2011 at a time she believed she was overweight. As a mental health advocate she speaks by sharing her journey in hope that people relate and take charge of their own life. For her inspiring mental health talks, Amna won the Prestigious award, Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health for Journalism. She helpfully shares her expert knowledge in sports and explains that if you make sure your technique is right from the beginning it will enable maximum performance development. She concludes on the importance of “chilling” as a high achiever, to take a moment to be harmonious and just be in the present. To learn more about Amna visit her social media @amna.s.alhaddad or go to www.amnaalhaddad.com

    26 min
  • 18: Mental Health, Parenting during a pandemic & Coping with grief with Psychologist Layal Azizi

    This episode was first released back in December 2020 when the UK was in a full lockdown due to the pandemic. Now the UK has reopened once again we find ourselves having to navigate life getting back on track! In this episode I Speak with Clinical Psychologist Layal Azizi who helpfully shares her expert knowledge on Mental Health and Parenting in times of Crisis.

    Layal kindly speaks about what can be done to manage parent - child relationship during the pandemic and that making self care one of your priorities is equally as important as taking care of our little ones.
    Layal touches on her experience of the devastating events in Beirut, Lebanon this year and what she did to manage her grief and overcome hardship.
    A heart felt interview full of tips and insights coupled with a moving message of personal struggle not to be missed! To learn more about Layal Aziza visit her social media @layalazizi

    24 min
  • 05: Women in Leadership and How to Succeed in Difficult Times with Fatiha Thiam

    Fatiha Thiam is Senegalese and Danish woman who grew up in Senegal. She built a solid career in the corporate world and experienced life as an entrepreneur for a couple of years before returning to lead the roll out of 5G in Denmark. Fatiha describes herself as a citizen of the world where there is no place for racism, she shares her view on the black lives matter movement and what her life was like growing up and living as a mixed race female in Senegal and Europe. Fatiha shares her own success habits that she follows in her everyday life and tells her story on what can be learned from being an entrepreneur.

    37 min
  • 29: New Path into Law via the SQE with Ben Davis

    In this episode I uncover the full details on the SQE course which allows law students to finally qualify as lawyers without the heartache and burnouts. Skipping time and money on the LPC altogether and heading straight out into the legal world.

    A new system has now come into place by the Solicitors Regulation Authority allowing law students to use their work experience gained over a 2 year period to qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales.
    For those who waited on a training contract after emptying their pockets on law school studies only to be left without paid employment the SQE course is a total game changer! Today Ben Davis from the SQE School shares with us his invaluable insights as to what the SQE is about, in particular:
    1. What the SQE course involves;
    2. What constitutes work experience and how far back you can claim;
    3. If international lawyers can take the SQE;
    4. Cost of course and payment plans involved;
    5. The application itself and submitting it to SRA;
    5. Course content and remote studying!
    To listen to this podcast head over to your favourite platforms : Apple, Spotify and Audible or www.talkingrespect.com

    39 min
  • 27: The Future of Investing Positively with Partner of TMV, Marina Hadjipateras

    Tune in to hear insights from shipping expert, Marina Hadjipateras who is General Partner and Founder of Trail Mix Ventures based in New York. An early stage venture Capital firm reimagine the future of investments focuses on positive causes such as sustainability, next generation investments, mental health and woman focused co-working space “The Wing” and “Cityblock”. On the podcast, Marina speaks about leading the in house roadshow for $135m raised on behalf of 150 year old maritime business, advice on how to invest as new starter and how to reach out to TMV if your seeking an investment for a new impactful business and looking to scale. To learn more about TMV and their services reach out to www.TMV.VC or contact Marina Hadjipateras directly.

    24 min
  • 06: How to Speak and Be Heard with Public Speaking Coach Saana Azzam

    Saana is a Public Speaking Coach, author, the co-founder of the tech platform called Experts Market, and Chief Inspiration Officer of the leading speakers’ bureau in the Middle East, MENA Speakers. Saana shares with us how to speak and be heard, top tips on how to project your voice without straining it, to remove nerves before a big meeting or interview and creating a road map when you speak.

    Classically trained at Harvard University’s extension courses on Leadership Communication in Boston, USA, NLP, trained by senior media personalities and from some leading global speech coaches making her an efficient public speaking coach and a favorite amongst regional CEOs.

    27 min
  • 10: Healing post Covid-19 and Finding Peace through Yoga with Susan Maria Slaoui

    Susan Slaoui is a Yoga instructor and Nutrition Coach who courageously shares her experience of a dark confinement after contracting Covid-19 at the start of the Global Pandemic in 2020. Susan helpfully speaks about what she did specifically through physical practice and nutrition during her confinement and how that helped to reduce the stress that was brought about through the virus. Susan also shares her spiritual journey of becoming a yoga instructor and how she first started out tidying yoga mats to buy herself into free classes. This episode is packed with helpful nutritional insights and spiritual tips from a nutrition expert one that will see you through this cold, dark winter. You can learn more about Susan Maria Slaoui and her workshops on social media @slaouisuz

    33 min

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Hanae Bennani, a Lawyer and Mentor talks with inspiring individuals who have found "fulfilment" after their accomplishments and overcoming their biggest fears. From leading professionals,…