Why Transparency Matters | Breaking Down Labels and Building Inclusive Teams with Sheree Atcheson

About Sheree Atcheson: Sheree is also the Global Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Peakon, an international multi-award winner for her services to Diversity & Inclusion in the Tech industry, Founder of I Am Lanka, Contributor for Forbes, Global Ambassador for Women Who Code and the author of Demanding More: Why Diversity and Inclusion Doesn't Happen and What You Can Do About It DEI expert Sheree Atcheson sits down with Everyday Leadership to unpack what true inclusivity looks like. In this candid conversation, Sheree explains why leaders must share DEI data—both successes and shortcomings—to be held accountable. She challenges the blanket “BAME” label and argues for more granular data that exposes real inequities. Sheree also shares her personal strategies for avoiding burnout by setting boundaries and practising self‑care, and she discusses how to respond when faced with disrespect in the workplace. Whether you’re a DEI professional, people manager or aspiring ally, this episode offers actionable advice on transparency, accountability and workplace well‑being. Join us to learn how to build teams that feel safe, seen and empowered. ______________________________________________________________________ -Helping organisations create strategic changes around inclusion, equity and belonging -Why is it important companies are transparent instead of hiding behind values or lofty statements and the business case for diversity -What makes a good leader? -Dealing with ego and why it is a barrier to progress -Being intentional about creating a new generation of women leader -Dealing with racism growing up in rural Northern Ireland -Launching Women Who Code in the UK and the pushback from men and women who felt threatened -Operating in environments that do not represent you and not feeling guilty if you feel like you cannot speak up _________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH GUEST Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nirushika/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/nirushika?s=20 IG - https://www.instagram.com/_nirushika_/?hl=en Read Sheree's Forbes Articles https://www.forbes.com/sites/shereeatcheson/#50ee140a3409 Also, you can order her book at the link below Demanding More: Why Diversity and Inclusion Doesn't Happen and What You Can Do About It Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08ZSTHX71/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1 If you liked this episode, please share it with your friends / leave a comment - it goes a long way! ______________________________________________________________________ Subscribe using your favourite podcast app via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Deezer | Amazon Music | Google Podcast | Podcaster | Podcast Addicts | Listen Notes For feedback or inquiry: [email protected] We appreciate you and your support! #everydayleadership #mindsetshift