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Smart Works Reading
by Smart Works ReadingA podcast promoting the work of Smart Works Reading. We empower women with styling and advice to give them the best opportunity to succeed at job interviews.
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Episodes
Smart Works Reading wins The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service
25m · PublishedWe are delighted to have been awarded The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for volunteer groups. In this podcast we talk to four women who have been involved with Smart Works Reading; Sarah Burns MBE, the Chair of our Board of Trustees, Melanie Prater, volunteer head of stock, Claire Murdoch, volunteer trustee, and one of our clients, Summreen. Host LJ Stocks chats with them about the history of Smart Works Reading, as well as what motivates and inspires our volunteers, and the impact that has on our clients.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
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LJ Stocks is a copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
In conversation with Louisa Parris - fashions, passions and International Women's Day 2021
29m · PublishedSmart Works Reading and fashion label founder Louisa Parris share a common passion - versatile, high quality and unique women's clothing that makes us feel fabulous. Alongside this runs a shared goal - challenging gender bias, fighting for equality and working to build women up to succeed. With International Women's Day calling us to #ChooseToChallenge, host LJ Stocks talks to Louisa Parris about her inspiration, her vision for the future, and her top tips for women looking to run their own business.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
Find out more about Louisa Parris here.
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LJ Stocks is a copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Give the Gift of Confidence this Christmas - with Olivia May
27m · PublishedHere at Smart Works Reading, we build confidence from the outside in! When we look smart, we feel smart, so this Christmas we are encouraging everyone to Give the Gift of Confidence.
In this podcast, host LJ Stocks chats to Jodie Evans, Business Manager at Olivia May, the ultimate shopping destination for niche international designers. We talk about what makes us feel confident, and some quick and easy tips to give us that extra confidence boost.
Olivia May have donated a gift to our Christmas prize draw - to see the amazing prizes and to enter, click here.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
Find out more about Olivia May here.
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LJ Stocks is a copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Talking charity partners and Give 5 for 5 with Holy Brook Associates
12m · PublishedReading based Holy Brook Associates have chosen Smart Works Reading as their charity partner of the year. In this episode, host LJ Stocks talks to Rachel Eden, Director of Holy Brook Associates, about Corporate Social Responsibility, how they choose a charity partner, and exactly what that means. They also chat about the 'Give 5 for 5' campaign to celebrate Smart Works Reading's fifth anniversary and how you can get involved.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
Find out more about Holy Brook Associates here.
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LJ Stocks is a copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Smart Works Shorts #3 - Mirror Mirror
6m · PublishedIn our third episode of the 'Smart Works Shorts' podcast series, we stare into the 'self-view' function mirror. Video calls have become the norm, but why are we so obsessed with the self-view function, and how can we train ourselves to ignore it, or turn it off. Ruth Aitken, client manager at a global tech company and also a Smart Works Reading volunteer interview coach, guides us to see just how distracting that little 'mirror' can be and what we can do about it.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
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Hosted by LJ Stocks, copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Smart Works Shorts #2 - Dress to Impress
4m · PublishedOur second episode in the 'Smart Works Shorts' podcast series, we take a look at dressing for in-person and virtual interviews. With the increase in video call interviews, how can we still ensure we look our best, to give the best impression? Maggie McMillan, Head Dresser and Trustee at Smart Works Reading, shares her top tips for looking your best.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
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Hosted by LJ Stocks, copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Smart Works Shorts #1 - Sorry Not Sorry
5m · PublishedIn our first 'Smart Works Shorts' podcast series we look at owning our apologies. What makes us apologise so much and how can we take control? We hear from Ruth Aitken, a client manager at a global tech company and also one of our volunteer interview coaches. She gives us her five top tips to own our apologies.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
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Hosted by LJ Stocks, copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Celebrating International Women's Day With Nothing Underneath
10m · PublishedSmart Works Reading and fashion label With Nothing Underneath have teamed up to celebrate International Women's Day 2020. Founder Pip Durell talks to host LJ Stocks about their 'one for one' donation offer and we look more at the 'Each for Equal' theme that runs through International Women's Day on the 8th March.
If you'd like to get involved and buy a With Nothing Underneath shirt, visit their website here.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
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LJ Stocks is a copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Smart Talks: Wellness event - Come along!
16m · PublishedAll you need to know about the Smart Talks: Wellness event, hosted by Smart Works Reading on the 24th January. This wellness event is a chance to refresh, relax and renew, and in this podcast our event host, Toni Kent talks to LJ Stocks about who's coming, what's happening and why you should definitely be there.
You can book tickets by clicking here.
Find out more about the work of Smart Works Reading here.
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Toni Kent is an author, speaker, compere, stand up comedian and proud Smart Works Reading supporter. Find out more about her at www.tonikent.co.uk
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LJ Stocks is a copywriter and host of The Freelancers Club podcast ... www.ljstocks.co.uk
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Music credits:
Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8
Smart Works Reading has 9 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 2:17:44. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 22nd 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on March 25th, 2024 21:45.
