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Compassion Tax: The Cost of Caring in the Charity Sector

In this blog post, I explore the prevalence of compassion tax among charity professionals, its potential effects on individuals and organisations, and the practical solutions to address this issue, such as flexible working, establishing boundaries, and recognising effort alongside outcomes.

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This Barbie is Burnt Out!

Meet 'Burnt-out Barbie,' a representation of the exhaustion and overwhelm many of us experience due to the demands of daily life. In this blog post, I explore the concept of burnout, its impact on mental and physical well-being, and the crucial role of self-care in restoring balance in our lives.

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Burnt-out Charity Leader? Dig Deep, It's Time to Lead by Example

As a leader, you have a unique responsibility to set the tone for your team's well-being and productivity. In this blog post, I share key steps you can take to lead by example, promote a healthy work culture, and prevent burnout from taking hold within your charity organisation.

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Charity Sector: Let's make breastfeeding and work, work!

In the UK, only 1 in 200 women do any breastfeeding after a year, which is a very low 0.5%. Making breastfeeding at work, work, makes societies work! Women shouldn't have to choose between breastfeeding their children and their careers. Breastfeeding should not be a privilege for the few.

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