Finding Your EPIC
Finding Your EPIC is a podcast for ambitious future talent ready to build impactful, rewarding career.
Hosted by Jacqueline Frost, founder of Elevate Talent, each episode features senior leaders at the top of their game sharing the defining moments that shaped career success and the lessons they wish they's known sooner.
We uncover the decisions, mindset shifts and practical strategies that help you accelerate your growth and lead with confidence - wherever you are in your career.
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Finding Your EPIC
Ep 15: EPIC Community with Heather Key
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In this episode of the "Finding Your Epic" podcast Jacqueline Frost talks with Heather Key, Chief Legal Counsel at Serco and Chair of the Army Families Federation, discusses her 12-year journey of career development and community building. Heather highlights her transition from head of legal at her previous employer to achieving professional and personal goals, including non-executive roles and volunteer work. She emphasizes the importance of connecting diverse individuals to advance collective well-being across professional, church, and family spheres.
Heather also shares her experiences with Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) initiatives, from establishing women's groups to contributing to inclusion hubs at Serco, underlining the significance of authenticity and collaboration. The conversation also covers the evolution of networking in a post-COVID-19 era, advocating for a curiosity-led approach to foster meaningful relationships and mutual growth. The concept of the "O-shaped lawyer" is introduced, promoting a holistic and empathetic approach to legal practice.
Heather Key leaves the audience with a quote by Helen Keller, "Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much," encapsulating the essence of the conversation about the power of community and collective action in achieving greater impact.