Unlock the power of financial independence and break through the stigma holding women back from taking control of their money. Yasmin Barlow-Mills, a seasoned financial planner, reveals how she's helping women overcome imposter syndrome, fear, and cultural barriers to become confident decision-makers—empowering them to thrive in all life stages.

In this episode, Yasmin shares her inspiring journey from feeling like she didn’t belong in the finance industry at 18 to becoming a passionate advocate for women’s financial empowerment. She discusses the real challenges women face—fear of finances, societal stereotypes, and how trauma and emotional hurdles often keep them trapped. Plus, Yasmin explains how her upcoming podcast, On Her Terms, aims to demystify finance, making it accessible, relatable, and inspiring for women who want to take control of their futures.

You'll discover tangible insights on how to shift your mindset around money, the importance of emotional support in financial planning, and how to build the confidence to make decisions that truly serve your goals. Yasmin offers practical advice for navigating major life changes—divorce, bereavement, career shifts—and explains why understanding your finances is the ultimate act of self-empowerment and independence.

This episode is an essential listen for women feeling overwhelmed by finances, aspiring entrepreneurs, or anyone who recognizes that financial literacy is the key to freedom. Yasmin’s genuine, heartfelt approach provides a new perspective on what it means to take control of your money—and your life.Join us to break down barriers, challenge old stigmas, and unlock your financial potential. Your journey to empowerment starts here.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasminbarlowmills/

On Her Terms Podcast

https://www.instagram.com/onhertermspodcast/?hl=en

Kicking The Door Down

The gendered barriers that keep women—especially in leadership—stuck behind an invisible glass ceiling are more complex than ever. But what if the real challenge isn’t just overt discrimination, but the silent, systemic structures we often overlook? In this eye-opening episode, Debbie Airey and her recurring special guest, Dr. Abbey Atkinson PHD, unpack the unspoken biases, invisible obstacles, and political policies that sustain gender inequality in the workplace.

You’ll discover why traditional diversity efforts fall short without addressing the deep-rooted structural issues. We break down the concept of the “magnifying glass ceiling”—where women are hyper-visible and invisible at the same time—and explore how the stereotypes of leadership often reinforce a system built for male dominance. From the impact of unconscious bias to the harm of tokenism, this episode dives into the subtle ways discrimination persists, even when no one’s saying a word.

Key insights include: how leadership styles are misunderstood and judged through gendered lenses, the damaging myths around the Queen Bee theory, and the real costs of the “motherhood penalty” versus the “gardening leave” phenomenon. We examine critical policies like paternity leave and the dangerous erosion of women’s rights, and challenge the narrative around quotas, highlighting why fixed targets can do more harm than good—and how organizations can foster authentic, inclusive cultures instead.

Why does it matter? Because until organizations recognize that gender issues are human issues, we’ll keep fighting a losing battle. This episode is essential listening for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone committed to creating workplaces where everyone can thrive—free from silent biases and systemic barriers.Abbey Atkinson is a leadership specialist and researcher passionate about dismantling gender inequalities in the workplace. Her insights come from years of experience working with organizations on diversity and inclusion.

Get ready for a candid, data-driven conversation that will leave you questioning the status quo—and inspired to drive real change. Perfect for HR teams, executives, and allies seeking practical strategies to break down barriers and elevate voices traditionally held back.Join us to challenge the silent discrimination in your organization, and learn how to turn awareness into action—because the future of inclusive leadership depends on it.

if you would like to work with Abbey, please reach out to her on the below linkedin profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbey-atkinson-phd-88460257/

Kicking The Door Down

Guest names

Rebecca Lovelace and Marsha Ramroop

Summary

This episode features Rebecca Lovelace and Marsha Ramroop discussing the importance of gender equity, diversity, and inclusion in the built environment sector. They explore fragmentation in efforts, the need for a unified approach, and how culture change is vital for sector-wide progress.

key topics

Fragmentation in diversity initiatives

Building People network of networks

Creating infrastructure for collaboration

The importance of culture change in the sector

Supporting women and underrepresented groups

Titles

Building a Unified Voice for Gender Equity in Construction

How Culture Change Can Transform the Built Environment Sector

Guest links

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marsharamroop/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-lovelace-7625013/

Kicking The Door Down