Four Months Left: What More Can Happen?

Eight months down, four to go. How are you really feeling about 2025?

Whether you’re on track, feeling stuck, or simply need to pause and regroup, our August edition of the BYP Speakers Circle is your space to reset and refocus. This time with support from HR leaders who understand the realities of work, ambition and wellbeing.

Join us for a real-time, honest conversation to:• Review what’s worked• Reflect on what hasn’t• And get practical about what’s still possible

This is not about guilt or pressure. It is a no-judgement, no-regrets space designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025

Time : 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM BST

Location : Virtual

What to Expect:

· Reflective prompts and live polls to check in on your progress

· HR perspectives on career shifts, workplace dynamics and goal-setting

· Practical ways to realign personal and professional priorities

· A safe space for real questions and shared experiences

This Session Will Help You:

· Reframe slow progress as useful feedback

· Set realistic, energising goals for Q4

· Get HR-backed insights on making change at work

• Feel seen, supported and ready to take your next step

Register now and give yourself the space, tools and expert insight to finish the year with intention, not burnout.

Speakers:

Diane Thompson is an Executive Coach, Leadership Consultant and experienced Headteacher, with over 20 years of leadership and coaching experience across education and beyond.

Diane holds an ILM Level 7 qualification in Executive Coaching. She has led high-impact coaching programmes and draws on her leadership experience including transforming a school from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' to bring real-world insight into navigating change and pressure.Her approach combines storytelling, practical tools, and a deep understanding of the barriers faced by those historically excluded from leadership spaces.

Diane’s talks energise and equip audiences to take courageous steps in their careers, navigate transitions with clarity, and lead with confidence.

She champions representation, resilience, and self-advocacy at every level of professional life.

Catherine Taylor is a multi-award nominated HR Manager with experience, in the Retail, Logistics, Renewable Energy, Software & IT Consulting sectors.

Catherine has a passion for creating sustainable and inclusive cultures and enhancing employee relations.

Catherine is also an EMCC qualified Coach and has a keen interest in International Development which led to her becoming a 2024 CSW68 volunteer Delegate for UN Women UK.

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