What if everything you were told about needing to speak up, be more visible, and "put yourself out there" was actually the wrong advice?

In this episode I speak with David Burroughs, retired corporate leader and author of The Extrovert's Guide to Elevating Introvert Leaders in the Workplace, about the hidden personality bias that quietly holds introverted talent back, not because introverts lack ability, but because the system was never designed with them in mind.

We explore:

• Why changing yourself to fit the culture is exhausting and ultimately ineffective
• How well-meaning leaders accidentally shame the very people they're trying to include
• What small but powerful shifts organisations can make to unlock introverted talent
• Why diversity without belonging is meaningless

If you've ever felt like you were performing a version of yourself just to be taken seriously, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m joined by Arijana Filipic to explore why strong communication is no longer optional in science.

We talk about what sits beneath presentation skills, why fear of speaking is often mistaken for a lack of ability, and how storytelling helps people follow scientific thinking.

We also discuss the risks of asking scientists to be more visible without giving them the support to feel safe and confident using their voice.

A thoughtful conversation about voice, trust, and what science needs if it’s to be truly heard.

You can contact Arijana via her website: https://arijanasacademy.com/

In this episode I talk with Sonya Snedecor about turning complex science into clear, influential messages. We explore why clarity builds trust, how focusing on the “why” helps research get recognised, and what holds scientists back from speaking up. If you're interested in working with Sonya you can find out more about her newsletter The Ambitious Scientist.
here: https://science-clarity.com