#53 Cracking the Code to Inclusive Workplaces: LSE Professor & Author of ‘Think Big’ Dr. Grace Lordan Reveals the Secrets

Dr. Grace Lordan, is the Founding Director of The Inclusion Initiative and an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science. As an expert in inclusive leadership, women's progress in the workplace, and the future of work, Dr. Lordan shares her insights on career success. We delve into the barriers that hold individuals back from achieving their desired careers and discuss strategies for overcoming them. We explore the limiting belief of not being good enough and how imagination plays a crucial role in achieving goals. We also discuss the impact of gender differences and motherhood on career progression, as well as the importance of inclusive leadership in fostering diverse and productive environments. Finally, we debate the role of AI in recruitment and CV screening. Don’t miss Dr Lordan’s episode #53, learn how to take control of your career, reprogram your autopilot mode, and overcome self-limiting narratives. We Discuss: 00:00 - Trailer 02:17 - Who is “Think Big” for? 04:33 - The Importance of Personal Control 07:13 - Understanding Behavioural Science 08:52 - Reprogramming Your Autopilot Mode 14:03 - Overcoming Self-Limiting Narratives 17:23 - Managing Time & Productivity 21:21 - Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses 22:12 - Behavioural Science in Venture Capitalism 24:47 - Creating Me+ 29:49 - Tips for Interviewing & Career Change 34:05 - Diversity and Meritocracy in Hiring 38:19 - Impact of Dress Code on Hiring Decisions 48:15 - The Inclusion Initiative 50:08 - Recruiting for Diversity 51:21 - AI in Recruitment 55:58 - Barriers to Women in Senior Leadership Positions 01:08:34 - Importance of Inclusive Leadership Dr Grace Lordan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracelordan/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/profgracelordan Website: https://www.gracelordan.com/ LSE: https://www.lse.ac.uk/PBS/People/Dr-Grace-Lordan The Inclusion Initiative: https://www.lse.ac.uk/TII Book - ‘Think Big’: https://amzn.to/3MZQ3S2 Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com/ LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.