The HR & CQ Show
Welcome to The HR & CQ Show, where Cultural Intelligence meets HR expertise in the heart of the UAE. Hosted by Emma Jordaan, a recognised thought leader in Cultural Intelligence, and Sarah Brooks, an HR Guru with a wealth of experience, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities of Human Resources and Cultural Intelligence in one of the world's most dynamic regions.
Each episode, we dive deep into the latest HR trends, cultural insights, and best practices tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in the UAE. Whether you're an HR professional, business leader, or simply curious about how culture shapes the workplace, The HR & CQ Show offers actionable strategies, expert interviews, and thought-provoking discussions to help you succeed in today's globalised world.
Tune in and join the conversation as we explore all things HR and CQ in the UAE, from employee life cycle and employee engagement to leadership development and diversity, equity and inclusion, and beyond.
The HR & CQ Show
Episode 9 - Rethinking Leadership and Well-being in the Workplace
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte Stebbing-Mills (Co-Founder of The Wellness Theory) and Sam Harvey (Founder and MD of Braver Leaders) to explore the real meaning of leadership and wellbeing in today’s multicultural workplace.
We tackle:
- The rise (and risks) of well-washing
- Why burnout isn’t just for entrepreneurs
- The difference between being a manager and being a leader
- How to create safe, psychologically supportive environments
- What it takes to lead system-wide wellbeing change without a fancy title
From challenging hierarchy to decoding cultural norms around leadership, this episode is full of real talk, a few laughs, and plenty of practical wisdom.
Tune in and rethink what it really means to lead bravely and work well.
