The Glasshouse Podcast

On this episode, Siobhan Kelly talks to Pascal Derrien, Chief Executive Officer at Migraine Ireland, about diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. Pascal has had a remarkable and unpredictable career path, from working in a Senior leadership role at Microsoft to taking the helm at organisations within the charity sector. He offers a unique perspective on the subtle nuances of these important topics. Siobhan and Pascal share their personal stories and experiences, and in doing so, they bring to light the many challenges faced by people with neurological and health conditions in the workplace. Over 70% of disabilities are acquired, meaning that although you may not have a disability today, that's no guarantee of what's to come. In this episode Pascal discusses the importance of "Active" leadership and what that means to him. He also emphasises the need to extend the DE &I conversation to all professional fields, not just large companies. This episode highlights the importance of empathy, awareness and true inclusivity in our rapidly evolving work environment. Don't miss out!

In this insightful episode of the Glass House Podcast, Siobhan welcomes Jean Evans, founder of Network Me, to talk about her remarkable journey of personal development and professional success. Jean's diverse career has taken her from businesses in Ireland and Italy to a fulfilling role in in New York. Behind her successes, however, lay personal challenges, including burnout, divorce and miscarriage, which led her to a profound realisation of the value of networking and mentoring. Jean candidly shares her struggles as an introvert in an extroverted industry and how important it is to set boundaries and control your energy. Through introspection, she discovered the power of networking and mentoring to guide and support others on their path to success. The conversation revolves around insights from influential podcasts and books, as well as career advice - whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, this is a conversation not to be missed.

Welcome back to another episode of the Glass House Podcast. On this week's episode, Siobhan Kelly engages in a genuine and enlightening conversation with the remarkable Sinead McHugh, Partner - Film, TV and Media at Saffery Champnes. Listen in as they share their own personal journeys and uncover the keys to career success. From unexpected paths to overcoming self-doubt, they delve into the power of resilience and the discovery of one's unique strengths. This podcast episode is a rich blend of practical advice that will resonate with anyone navigating the ever-evolving world of work. Whether you're a recent graduate embarking on your professional journey, considering a career change, or simply seeking a boost of motivation, this one is for you! So, grab your headphones and prepare to be captivated by their insights! Enjoy it.

Join me in this week's episode as I sit down with Michael Salamey, the Chief People Officer at ID Plans, a Florida-based company. Michael has extensive expertise in HR and leadership, and we did discuss the many challenges faced by HR leaders in creating a positive culture, allocating budget, and collaborating with hiring managers to ensure the recruitment of the best candidates. Michael was extremely candid about the lessons he learned in his career, from working with ineffective leaders to getting fired. He shares phenomenal insights on turning a negative situation into a positive lesson Tune in for an engaging conversation on all things HR and leadership with one of the industry's experts!

In this episode, we sit down with Una Rorke, the Director of Business Partnering, Change, and Engagement at Three Ireland. Una has been with the company for over 14 years, having joined during its start-up phase. Today, with over thousands of employees, Una talks about her role as a leader and the importance of focusing on people. She believes that people should always come first, and this philosophy has guided her leadership style. Una discusses the challenges of leading a large team and shares her insights on building a successful organisational culture. Enjoy it!

On this week's episode, I'm joined by Caitlin Rudd - Time Out Group's Head of TA. Caitlin has been working in Recruitment and TA for over 10 years, and she has seen it all. She is not afraid to say it like it is and gives great advice on how to make recruiters work for you. Caitlin is passionate about Diversity, Equity, and inclusion and gives tangible steps that companies and employees can take to ensure the company culture works for you. She also advises how to know when to cut and run, and have an exit strategy that works for you. There was an honest conversation about the different challenges male and female leaders face, and she gives great advice on how to approach toxic and ineffective leaders. On top of that, she shared her thoughts on what a great Leaders superpower is to her. I know you’re going to love this conversation as much as I did. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

Happy to be back with the Glasshouse Podcast episodes. Today's guest is John Kennedy Head of HR Organisational Development at Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail. He started his career as an apprentice fitter and worked his way up to his current position. In this episode, he shares his life lessons which include the importance of carving your own path, the understanding that you are your biggest asset, and how the inner critic is our biggest limitation. John is full of understated wisdom, he has learned through experience, and here he shares tangible takeaways that we can apply to our careers and life. Enjoy it!

Fiona Kelly is one of life's doers! She founded the Executive PA Forum when she noticed a gap in the market on her return to Ireland from Australia many moons ago. The role of the Executive assistant is one of the most misunderstood on the current jobs market. In this episode we talk about the rise of the Global assistant, the importance of self-empowerment and how knowing yourself, the good, the bad and the ugly, is fundamental to career and personal growth! Enjoy.

In today's episode of The Glasshouse Podcast, we have Stephanie Brady, who is the Head of Human Resources at Retail inMotion and owner of StephBe, her own coaching and lifestyle business. She is someone who lives and breathes her core values, she is not afraid to own her story and call stuff out! We had an amazing conversation on Transformational leadership, the A**hole Matrix and a lot of other great stuff. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Glasshouse podcast, we have Robert Power who is Managing Director of Go Wild Magazine. In this interview, we talked about his journey from failure to success, about highs and lows in the business, and the perception of failures.

In today's episode of The Glasshouse Podcast, we have Mel Venner, who is the Director at Instinct Performance. In this interview, we talk about the cancel culture, how to be an ally and a safe space for questions on diversity equity and inclusion.

In today's episode, we have Andrew Myers - CEO and Founder of RippleMatch. In this interview, we talk about diversity in the workplace, project development, and his new exciting platform ready to be launched.

Had the most informative discussion with Christabelle Feeney (She/Her)from the Open Doors Initiative. She is the Director of Employers for Change, an employer disability information service which is officially launching on March 11th at 11am. Christabelle is passionate about diversity and inclusion and has a long history of driving programmes and policy to advance social change and help build a more inclusive workplace and society. What's not to love about that?

Gillian Fitzpatrick, the CCO of Joe.ie/Her.ie is a powerhouse. She is constantly living outside her comfort zone and shares the lessons she's learned in leading a purposeful life. Gillian is ambitious, passionate about her career and unapologetically chases her dreams. She taught me so much during our chat and I can't wait for you to listen.

Laura White is many things, the Recruitment Assistant Manager with KPMG, a social media whizz and a woman who has found her voice. We discuss so many things in this conversation including how Covid has been a double edged sword for her, the power she found in being vulnerable and how her love of writing helped her cope with grief. Laura is an open book and shares the valuable lessons she has learned so far on her journey. She is an inspiration of mine and is living proof that kindness is a super power!!

As a reminder, David is a Venture Investment Leader with the NDRC, an organisation that invests in early stage tech entrepreneurs. We talk about a myriad of subjects, from rules to live by, Growth mindsets and gardening gone wrong. Make sure to listen to part 1 first!

David Scanlon is the Venture Investment Leader with the NDRC, an organisation who invest in early stage tech entrepreneurs . He is a fountain of knowledge, so much fun to talk to and is not afraid to share his opinion. (e.g. Good, original ideas are worthless!) We had such an interesting conversation on Tech start ups, Neuro Diversity, Privilege and the importance of seeking out remarkable people who see the world differently than we do.

Billy Brogan saved my life. There's no other way to say it. He guided me through the most stressful time of my life. The counselling approach that Billy uses invites people to develop a deeper Understanding of themselves. We discuss coping techniques, the power of therapy, and how asking for help in regards to your mental health is a breakthrough, not a break down. Whatever worries you may have I know this podcast will help you.

Beyond excited to introduce you to Vern Howard Jnr-CEO/Co Founder at Hallo. He has created a platform that bridges companies of all sizes and locations with Talent from diverse backgrounds. We talk about everything in this conversation, Diversity, Politics, being an agent of change and how access to information changes not only lives, but society. We also laugh. A lot. Enjoy!

Marie Devitt is the full time Pathways coordinator for the Trinity Centre for People with Intellectual Disabilities (TCPID) and the part time hot chocolate provider . The work she and the wider team do everyday is stellar, and they have had resounding success so far. Many of their alumni have secured employment with some of the leading companies in Ireland. Here, Marie shows us how society as a whole benefits from the inclusion of people with Intellectual disabilities and how employing differently abled people will positively affect your company culture.