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The Secret Resume

Melody Moore, Liberare Consulting

Everybody has an official resume or CV that documents their qualifications and experience. But we also have an unofficial or secret resume that is made up of key people, experiences and places that have influenced how we see the world, what is important to us, and how we approach our work. Our host, Melody Moore is a coach, consultant and practitioner in developmental trauma therapy. Join her as she skilfully encourages each guest to take a deep dive into the untold stories behind successful

business careers

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Teamwork, Failure, and Finding Success Beyond the...

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2025/10/30

In this episode, Melody Moore sits down with Russell Phillips, owner of the music discovery platform Sonar Presents, for an open and candid conversation. Russell’s journey has taken him from primary school teaching and sports coaching to launching businesses and even running a bar tour in Newquay - all with a determined entrepreneurial spirit.Together, they explore the powerful role of family in shaping Russell’s values, his early lessons in leadership and respect, and the transition from sports

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The Wounded Healer: Laurence Barrett on Resilience,...

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2025/10/02

Welcome to another episode of The Secret Resume, hosted by Melody Moore. In today’s conversation, Melody sits down with Laurence Barrett, founder of Heresy Consulting and a passionate advocate for the transformative power of Jungian psychology in leadership and organisational development.Laurence opens up about his unconventional upbringing, from a childhood shaped by a police officer father with a knack for spotting “gaps in the system,” to formative experiences living in Hong Kong. He discusses

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01:17:56

From Burnout to Balance: Laura Allen’s Journey from...

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2025/06/12

In this episode of The Secret Resume podcast, join our host Melody Moore as she chats with the incredible Laura Allen, an operations and people partner based in London. Laura opens up about her unique career journey, the pivotal moments that have defined her, and the influential figures along the way.From wrestling with a rigid corporate narrative to embracing a more flexible and empowering fractional model, Laura's journey is one of resilience and reinvention. She discusses overcoming personal

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01:05:24

From Call Centres to Culture Architect: Steph...

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2025/06/05

What happens when a French academic-turned-call-centre-agent becomes an expert in startup culture and people operations?In this episode, Melody Moore sits down with Steph Thommen, Fractional Head of People, culture geek, and accidental entrepreneur, to explore the career pivots, personal influences, and deep values that don’t show up on her LinkedIn profile, but shape everything she does. From her rebellious, wine-sharing aunt to building high-performing teams in tech startups, Steph shares candid

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01:05:16

Being More Human, Less Resource: Karen Hughes on HR...

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2025/05/22

This week we dive into the untold stories of Karen Hughes, a fearless leader in HR with a background that spans retail giant M&S to the management consultancy Hay Group. She's here to share her unique insights on what it means to truly embrace change and lead with authenticity in today's work environment.Join us as we chat about everything from Karen's early work experience in retail (including selling a giant chocolate bunny to Victoria Beckham!) to her view on the future of HR. Learn how her

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A Wondering Wander Through The World: Neuroscience...

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2025/05/15

Welcome to the latest episode of the Secret Resume podcast, where we dive into the untold stories that shape my guests' careers and lives. Today, we're in for an exciting chat with Stella Collins, an amazing advocate for brain-based learning and the co-founder of Stella Labs.Get ready to embark on a fascinating journey from Stella's foray into IT in the '80s to her passion for making learning impactful. We'll explore expert systems, early e-learning, and the ever-evolving field of

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Episode 34 - Lisa Smith - 'Not Giving Up'

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2025/01/30

Welcome to another episode of the Secret Resume Podcast where Melody Moore dives into the hidden chapters of our lives that shape who we are today. This time, we’re treated to an inspiring chat with Lisa Smith, the force behind Ginger Bakers in the beautiful Lake District.Join us as Lisa shares tales of her adventurous Grandma, her entrepreneurial family, and the secret ingredients behind her bakery business. We also uncover how she turned life’s unexpected challenges, from floods to health

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Episode 31 - Joe O'Mahoney - 'Waving Not Drowning'

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2025/01/09

Welcome to Series Six of the Secret Resume podcast. This is the Entrepreneurs series where Melody explores the entrepreneurial and personal journeys of a range of fascinating business owners.Today, we're diving deep into the fascinating life of Joe O'Mahoney, a man who seamlessly juggles the roles of a Board Advisor to consultancies and Professor of consulting at Cardiff University. Joe shares the pivotal moments and personal struggles that have shaped his unique career and insights into the

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01:10:24

Episode 29 - Toby Mildon - 'If I Can, Anyone Can'

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2024/10/31

This week, I'm chatting with Toby Mildon, a workplace inclusion consultant who is on a mission to help companies embrace diversity.We kick things off by reminiscing about Toby's inspiring grandmother and how she encouraged his creativity and independence despite the challenges he faced growing up with a disability. You'll hear about his early career adventures, from boldly asking for a job at Lloyds Bank to loving life in British Airways and beyond. Toby opens up about his personal journey,

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01:04:07

Episode 28 - Dr. Doyin Atewologun - 'Chapters Yet to...

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2024/10/24

Welcome back to another episode of the Secret Resume podcast! Today I have the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Dr. Doyin Atewologun. Doyin is not just any guest; she's a business psychologist, an entrepreneur, and someone I've known for over 20 years. In this episode, we're diving deep into her journey from growing up in the vibrant city of Lagos to becoming a leader in the world of DEI and business psychology. We'll explore what "home" means to Doyin, her experiences in Lagos, and how her

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01:28:56

Episode 27 - Natalia-Nana Lester-Bush - 'A Practical...

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2024/10/17

Welcome back to the Secret Resume podcast, where we dive deep into the untold stories that shape who we are. Today I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the inspiring Natalia Nana Lester-Bush. Natalia-Nana talks about the importance of confronting microaggressions, the need for diverse role models, and her critique of existing power structures. Her professional journey from education to charity work has led her to focus on systemic liberation, questioning societal norms and championing true

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01:19:08

Episode 26 - Nadia Bob-Thomas - 'Don't Let Anyone...

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2024/10/10

Welcome to another episode of the Secret Resume podcast, where we delve into the untold stories that shape our guests' lives. This week, we have an incredible guest, Nadia Bob-Thomas, who takes us on a captivating journey from her enchanting childhood in London to her impactful career in DEI and well-being. Nadia shares her early memories of attending Beatrix Potter School, feeling like she lived in a fairy tale, and the dual reality of spending holidays in Los Angeles with her large family. She

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Episode 25 - Joanne Lockwood - 'The Making of Me'

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2024/10/03

Today, we're thrilled to have Joanne Lockwood with us on The Secret Resume podcast. Joanne is a trans advocate and DEI specialist whose journey is a compelling narrative of resilience, reinvention, and self-discovery.From her early days in the RAF to becoming a trailblazer in promoting positive cultures within organisations, Joanne's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Listen in while she shares her incredible personal story including exploring her gender identity in her 50s, and the profound

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01:19:16

Episode 24 - Jane Hatton - 'It's Not Fair!'

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2024/09/26

Welcome to the first episode of series 5, where we meet some fabulous guests who work in the world of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This episode brings you the inspiring journey of Jane Hatton, the CEO of Evenbreak - a global social enterprise and disability job board. Jane opens up about her childhood in the West Midlands, her struggles with an abusive father, and how these experiences fuelled her passion for fairness and justice. Discover how she navigated through her early career —from

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Episode 23 - Bonus Episode - 'Authenticity and...

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2024/09/19

Over the last year or so and 22 incredible episodes, I've had the privilege of chatting with some fascinating guests. I'm now excited to record some bonus episodes sharing some highlights based on the key themes that have emerged. This first bonus episode is all about authenticity and self-identity. We'll hear stories from guests like Resh, who shares her journey of hiding her sexual orientation, and Tola, who reconnects with name and her African heritage. Nadia opens up about her struggle to fit

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Episode 22 - Nadia Nagamootoo - ’The Smallest of Cogs...

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2024/02/08

My guest this week is Nadia Nagamootoo - the founder and CEO of Avenir.Nadia and I discuss how her experience of rejecting and then embracing her Mauritian heritage, combined with the complexities of the conversations about inclusion that she has had in her DEI workshops, led to her write her book 'Beyond Discomfort: Why inclusive leadership is so hard (and what you can do about it)'. Nadia is a Chartered Psychologist, MBA and accredited coach with 20 years’ experience in the field of systemic

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Episode 21 - Emmanuel Gobillot - 'Words and Pictures...

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2024/02/01

I was so excited when my guest this week said 'yes' to coming on the podcast. It's not every day that you have a sought-after leadership speaker and author of multiple leadership books agree to sit down and have a chat with you! Emmanuel Gobillot is described as ‘the first leadership guru for the digital generation’ and ‘the freshest voice in leadership today’, He has advised organisations across the globe for over 20 years, and his consulting work includes developing leaders, establishing teams,

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Episode 20 - Paul Holbrook - 'There is no right way,...

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2024/01/25

In this episode I talk to Paul Holbrook - the 'Chief Rebel' at Diary Detox. Pauls talks candidly about the people in his life who have influenced his secret resume journey, and how his own experience of leadership led him to establish Diary Detox, where he helps organisations create a culture of deliberate and loving leadership, where his mission is to eradicate accidental management and create a world of better led people. Paul has over 20 years of experience in managing people and change in

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Episode 19 - Melody Moore & Jen Kidby - ’Not All Who...

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2024/01/18

A reversal of roles this week, as my good friend Jen Kidby interviews me! To coincide with the publication of my new book 'The Inclusive Team: How to Build and Develop Inclusive High Performing Teams' I thought it would be fun to have the tables turned and to share a little more about my secret resume. Jen is a brilliant coach and facilitator, and we haven't let the fact she now lives in Canada get in the way of our 20 year long friendship. She was my first choice to take on the interviewer role,

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Episode 18 - Julie Smith ’Learning and Growing’

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2024/01/11

Julie Smith is a fabulous executive coach who works with leaders to grow their impact and supports teams to grow their effectiveness. On this episode of the Secret Resume podcast, Julie peels back the layers on the pivotal role confidence plays in our careers. With candid revelations from her journey, including personal challenges that caused her to leave a corporate role to set up her own company Talent Sprout, Julie's story shows us how you can overcome your confidence challenges and transform

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