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Who cares for the people who care for others?
A quietly courageous conversation with Dr Patrick Ismond. Working class struggles, changing systems and processes. Creating inclusive cultures and…
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Caroline Pankhurst
35:05
Thinking Outloud #14: The Flat-Pack Philosophy of Leadership Courage
What struck me most about hearing Gillian Drakeford MBE speak wasn't her impressive track record as former CEO of IKEA UK & Ireland, or even her role…
Thinking Outloud #13: Why Quiet Courage Isn't A Solitary Act
Accountability may rest with you, but courage is built together.
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Caroline Pankhurst
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Brave leadership isn’t about being right - it’s about risking being wrong for the right reasons
Bravery in leadership isn’t performative. It’s principled, high-stakes decision-making in the face of uncertainty - and a willingness to let others see…
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Caroline Pankhurst
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The Bravery of Crossing Class Lines
What if you do everything right, and it still isn't enough?
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Caroline Pankhurst
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Burn Bright, Not Out: The Toolkit Series. Talking Courage with Caroline Pankhurst
Watch now (46 mins) | A recording from Caroline Pankhurst and Anna Rose's live video
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Caroline Pankhurst
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Anna Rose
45:29
How many honest conversations can we have about the NHS?
The hidden cost of silence, gender disparity, and systemic fear in healthcare leadership.
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Caroline Pankhurst
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Ghassan Karian

May 2025

Thinking Outloud #12 Values: Windows not Wallpaper
Why values should shape how we see and show up - not just be plastered to a wall
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Caroline Pankhurst
Is Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway - The Worst Advise Ever?
Why are we so quick to shame fear?
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Caroline Pankhurst
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Thinking Outloud #11 A Braver Future Begins With Us
Democratising courage is more powerful when we do it together. Your voice is part of the story, if you want it to be.
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Caroline Pankhurst
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What Happens When 200 Women Say Yes to Courage?
A community of 200 women recently stepped into one of our Be Braver workshops and the results, as always, have been nothing short of inspiring.
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Caroline Pankhurst

April 2025

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