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The Fold London Podcast

The Fold London Podcast

The Fold London

The Fold is an award-winning British womenswear brand with an eye for style and a head for business. Created to meet the demand for work-appropriate clothing with a sense of fashion and a feel of luxury, the clothes offer women empowerment and indulgence in equal measure.

20 - The Quickest Way to a Promotion
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  • 20 - The Quickest Way to a Promotion

    Ali Hanan has worked in advertising for more than two decades, creating ads for some of the world’s biggest brands including, IKEA and McDonald’s. Charlotte Hugh is co-founder of Badass.gal and a senior creative at Dark Horses. They discuss how to get yourself noticed at work and where the best ideas come from. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Develop the “f***k-it factor”: Have the courage to put your out-there ideas on the table. 2. Women tend to sit in bad jobs for too long. 3. Don’t repeat the same year twice.

    Thu, 29 Jul 2021 - 21min
  • 19 - How to Switch Off When You’re in Charge

    Elaine Bedell CEO of Southbank Centre and Joanna Payne founder of networking club Marguerite discuss ways to recharge, killer interview questions, and how to avoid pointless meetings and groaning inboxes. Top 3 Takeaways: If you’re in a high-powered position, go away – if only for a long weekend – every six weeks. When you’re working flat out, you need time to reset.Don’t be afraid of hiring people who are better than you.First interviews should last no longer than 20 minutes. When you’re hiring, all you really need to ask is, “What are you going to bring to the role?”

    Thu, 29 Jul 2021 - 24min
  • 18 - The Business Of Style

    Former fashion director at British Vogue, Lucinda Chambers and Cecily Motley co-founder of jewellery brand Motley, discuss their views on what style really means – and why you should never apologise for working hard. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Comfort is underrated. Nobody can be stylish if they’re not comfortable. 2. There’s a special place in hell for people that crush other people’s confidence. 3. Be more American and ask “How can I help?”

    Wed, 28 Jul 2021 - 31min
  • 17 - Overwhelm: How to Keep Calm and Carry On

    Renée Elliott (founder of Planet Organic) and Olivia Wollenberg (founder of Livia’s Kitchen) discuss embracing change, carving out “me time”, and why you need to trust your gut and tell the truth quickly. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. The only thing holding you back is your own thoughts. 2. Forget glossy Instagram photos. Be honest about your highs and lows. People will respect you more if you’re authentic. 3. Stop focusing on the destination and enjoy the journey.

    Wed, 28 Jul 2021 - 30min
  • 16 - Why Diversity Is Your Superpower

    Lawyers, Emma Woollcott and Shabina Begum discuss diversity, getting perspective in emotionally challenging roles, and the tension of wanting a family just as your career is taking off. Top 3 Takeaways: Put “TFM” (Time For Me) in your diary in between meetings, giving yourself 15 minutes of headspace before you move onto something new. You’re more powerful and more productive when you slow down.Everyone suffers from imposter syndrome. Including your boss.Women tend to think of everyone else before themselves. Remember to put your own oxygen mask on first.

    Wed, 28 Jul 2021 - 27min
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