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When it comes to work, ‘acting like a man’ has long been seen as the secret to smashing it and getting ahead. So, what do we do, we put on our shoulder-padded, power suit, under a blouse button and get stuck in? For a long time, women (and some men) know that this is wrong, but have been reluctant to fight it, wanting to show that we can have it all too. Is it now time for change?
Sorry for the doom and gloom. Although I do love a whinge, I do try to remain positive, but I fear for the future even after furlough. I am one of the lucky ones, and my company has joined the Extended Furlough scheme, which will continue until spring. However, elsewhere in the hospitality industry, it not so fortunate.
Continue reading ➞ The fear for the future with extended furlough
The events industry creates millions of memories. Millions of stories – stories that are told, and retold to friends and families around the world. The events industry is in jeopardy. Thousands of professionals, entertainers and artists are struggling to make ends meet or are in fear of paying bills when furlough ends. That’s why I’m supporting the We Make Events Campaign.
The 13th of February is World Radio Day. It is a day where people around the world celebrate radio and how it shapes their lives. So, radio was a big part of my life for nine years. My first ‘real’ job (and you will get the pun shortly) was working in radio. When I was 16 I did work experience in the promotional crew. And by age 18 had a full-time job at Real Radio Wales, part of the Guardian Media Group.
