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Are Women Unelectable? Examining Barriers and Building Pathways to Equality in Leadership
The question of whether women are unelectable remains a contentious issue in political and professional arenas...
Nov 28, 20245 min read


Practical Steps to Addressing the Gender Pay Gap on Equal Pay Day
Susan Room - The Business Voice Coach explores practical steps for addressing the gender pay gay on Equal Pay Day 2023.
Sep 15, 20234 min read


What's in a name?
You are heading into an important meeting. You’ve done the pre-read, prepared your key messages and you’re confident your contribution...
Jul 20, 20233 min read


Encouraging girls to lead using a rich, emotional vocal vocabulary
Only 33% of girls want to lead – that’s according to The Girls' Futures Report published on April 2022, by The Girls' Day Trust. As well...
Oct 12, 20222 min read


I don't know how she does it vocally
I recently attended an event to mark the 20th anniversary of Allison Pearson's best-selling novel; ‘ I Don’t Know How She Does It .’ ...
Oct 3, 20222 min read


Are women unelectable?
Susan Room interviews political science student and author Lucy Whichelo about her new book 'Unelectable.'
Apr 26, 20214 min read


3 practical things you can do to “hold space” for others
Why holding space is a practical way to make a positive difference to diversity and inclusion at work.
Jun 30, 20204 min read


How to boot out self-doubt this International Women's Day
Susan Room, Professional Voice and Executive Coach suggests how by overcoming imposter syndrome we can forge a gender equal world #IWD2020
Mar 6, 20203 min read


Volunteering? No sorry, I don't have time for that.
On #InternationalVolunteerDay Voice and Executive Coach Susan Room shares her personal experience of volunteering.
Dec 5, 20194 min read


Happy International Men's Day - to all those championing gender equality
On International Mens Day 2019, Susan Room, Voice and Executive Coach explores how men can champion the rights of women in the workplace.
Nov 19, 20193 min read


This is the house that Jill built
'This is the house that Jill built.' Susan Room shares 5 simple steps construction companies can take to encourage more women to join them.
Nov 15, 20193 min read


How to say 'my pay's not OK.'
On Equal Pay Day, Susan Room provides 5 top tips for getting the most out of your performance review.
Nov 14, 20193 min read


Hindering not helping: "I don't believe in work life balance."
“I don’t believe in work life balance.” It’s a phrase I’m hearing business leaders say more frequently and, I must admit, it bothers me.
Oct 4, 20193 min read


Investing in the future of investment
The investment industry wants and needs women, yet struggles to attract them because of a persistent, out-dated reputation.
Sep 27, 20193 min read
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