Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 4

Menopause: Proven workplace empowerment tips

Series host Bryony Kingsland explores the transformative power of understanding and supporting menopause in the workplace with insights from Charmain Bucho, Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at City & Guilds, and popular speaker Natalie Greenslade, a registered nutritionist and founder of GingerGreen Nutrition, a dedicated nutritional therapist specialising in women's health.

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With the rise in requests for information on questions such as ‘Why does menopause happen?’, ‘When does menopause start?’, ‘Can menopause cause anxiety?’, ‘What menopause symptoms should I look out for?’, and ‘Are menopause supplements worth it?’, this episode provides key takeaways for viewers, including:

Episode takeaways:

• Menopause affects a significant portion of the workforce.
• Supportive policies can help retain talent and improve wellbeing.
• There are over 40 symptoms associated with menopause.
• Anxiety can be a debilitating symptom of menopause.
• Open conversations about menopause should be normalised in workplaces.
• Employers should provide training for managers on menopause.
• Education about menopause is crucial for both employees and employers.