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An Accidental Career -Becoming An Author and Public Speaker

May 28, 2025 • with Paul Dodds • Season 5 • Episode 145

Kelly McDonald did not set out to be an author or public speaker, yet that is what she has become. Kelly spends her time either speaking internationally on the topic of diversity in the workplace or writing her next book.

In this interview Kelly shares her journey along with providing insight into why she is so passionate about embracing diversity in the workplace and its benefits.

1:03 Introduction

2:43 Kelly's profile

4:28 How did she get into writing books?

9:53 How did becoming a public speaker come about?

16:40 Diversity in the workplace - where did that passion come from and what does it mean?

22:58 How do you recognise and embrace diversity for the betterment of business?

30:13 How should businesses integrate getting feedback into the business?

39:10 Why are employers slow to recognise diversity?

47:03 Kelly's goals going forward?

52:50 Tips for people to achieve their goals!

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