Continuing the Conversation with Sadie and Maggie Atkinson - What We Stand On: Foundations, Values & the Future of Care

🔥 This episode is a masterclass in what real, human-centred care looks like.Sadie is joined by the phenomenal Maggie Atkinson for a conversation that crackles with insight, courage, and heart. Together they dive deep into safeguarding, leadership, and the kind of emotional intelligence that transforms not just teams, but entire communities.Maggie brings decades of wisdom in children’s rights, ethical leadership, and social justice, offering a rare, unfiltered look at what it takes to lead with integrity in complex systems. Expect bold reflections on resilience, the power of reflective practice, and why honest, grounded community care is the future of our sector.If you’re passionate about professional development, values-driven practice, and reshaping care for the better, this conversation will light you up.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Maggie Atkinson's Impact03:39 Foundations and Core Values in Leadership08:25 The Evolution of Values Through Experience10:41 Staying Grounded in High-Pressure Environments16:19 The Essence of Ethical Leadership20:13 Emotional Intelligence in Safeguarding Work23:27 Navigating Leadership Decisions and Team Dynamics26:49 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership29:05 The Importance of Honest Communication33:15 Training and Professional Development in Care34:17 Building Trust and Connection in Care38:00 The Role of Reflective Practice in Leadership43:05 Creating a Welcoming Community Environment44:42 The Impact of First Impressions46:37 Encouraging Honest Reflection in Teams49:17 The Power of Reflective Practice53:15 Resilience in Care and Safeguarding57:59 Cultural and Structural Changes in Care01:02:33 Signs of Hope and Innovation in Care01:03:33 Values and Responsibilities in Leadership