John Higgins - Unlocking the Power of Silence: Creating Inclusive Workplaces and Balancing Work-Life Dynamics

Can silence be a powerful tool in the workplace?Join us as we explore this intriguing concept with this week's guest, John Higgins, an academic researcher and expert on speaking truth to power and workplace activism. In this episode, John shares with Verena how embracing silence can help us build connections, understand others' stories, and foster a more inclusive environment.They also discuss the importance of changing norms for working parents and recognising the consequences of privilege in the workplace. John offers practical advice on navigating workplace politics, creating equality of voice, and building allyship to support a more inclusive environment. Plus, discover the role of silence in our personal and professional relationships and how it can lead to deeper connections and more meaningful conversations.Buy John's book “The Great Unheard at Work: Understanding Voice and Silence in Organisations” via the Routledge Bookshop, using the code TGUW25 for a 25% discount. (correct at time of publishing)Find out more by going to www.radicalod.com or www.JohnHigginsResearch.comShow Notes:"Wives of the Organization" article by Anne HuffDiscover the work of Professor Megan Reitz at www.meganreitz.com Are you progressing a big career whilst raising small children? Each month we send out a helpful round-up email featuring useful info and brave new ideas for ambitious mums and dads. Sign up now.Applications are now open for our NHS FellowshipOur FMLM accredited NHS Fellowship is a career development programme for working parents in the NHS who want to lead positive change. Apply by 11/07. Find out more.