This is a special episode where Michelle is making a unique offer to mark her upcoming birthday season. Yes - we said season, it's a thing! Budget restrictions can be a big barrier for medium sized organisations that need to address their pay gap issues. We are not here to make judgments about that because we understand that sometimes there isn't e…

Introduction: In this case study episode, Michelle shares how one organisation successfully reduced its pay gap by nearly 15% over three years. The organisation implemented a sponsorship program where senior leaders actively sponsored high-potential women, providing them with visibility, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement. The company re…

Introduction: This week our host Michelle Gyimah explores what true success looks like when it comes to closing the pay gap. ‌ Success is not just about meeting legal requirements for reporting pay gaps. It's about creating a culture where equality is ingrained in every organisational process, from recruitment to promotion. ‌ Success in pay gap red…

Introduction: In this episode, host Michelle Gyimah discusses common misconceptions about pay gaps and the metrics that organisations often chase without achieving real impact. ‌ Many organisations focus on metrics like the average pay gap without digging deeper into the underlying causes. Michelle emphasises that understanding the root causes—such…

Welcome to the Beyond the Pay Gap Figure Podcast. In this episode, our guest is Susan Grayson, an expert in creating inclusive workplaces, especially for women experiencing menopause. Susan discusses the challenges women face in the workplace due to menopause and shares insights into how organisations can become more inclusive. Susan discusses how …

Introduction: Welcome to the Beyond the Pay Gap Podcast. In this episode, we are pleased to have Aurélien Joly, the Communication Manager for the Equal Salary Foundation. Aurélien discusses the foundation’s work in certifying companies for equal pay and opportunities, and shares insights into the certification process and its benefits. The certific…

Introduction: In this episode of "Beyond The Pay Gap Figure," we welcome Sharna Matson Knight from Cadent Gas Limited. Sharna shares her experiences and insights as the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Manager, discussing Cadent's gender pay gap, the initiatives they have implemented, and the journey towards creating an inclusive workplace. E…

Exploring Gender Equity in the Energy Sector Introduction: Welcome to another episode of the Beyond the Pay Gap Figure Podcast. Today, host Michelle Gyimah interviews Sarah Clark, the Decarbonisation Delivery Manager for Europe, Middle East & Africa and co-chair of the AXIS Network, a gender equity group supporting the energy transition in the UK. …

Introduction: Welcome back to this episode of "Beyond The Pay Gap Figure." This week, we discuss the most common mistakes organisations make with their pay gap plans and why they think these plans are not working. I will guide you through these common pitfalls and present a framework that I use with my clients to overcome these challenges effective…

In this episode of "Beyond the Pay Gap Figure," I explore the subject of addressing pay gaps internally i.e. without external consultancy or support. Contrary to expectations, I emphasise the viability and importance of organisations undertaking this task themselves. However, I do explain how to go about this important work competently. If you want…

In today’s episode we delve beyond the mere existence of a pay gap plan and explore how to maximise its effectiveness. There is a misconception that having a pay gaps plan is synonymous with progress, however, the real work lies in implementation and understanding what works and what doesn't. Or that running a training session for line managers or …

In today's episode, we're discussing the crucial questions you should ask when hiring a pay gaps consultancy. Many hesitate to seek expert help due to fear of the unknown and investment concerns. I wanted to help you tackle these issues and discuss them together here on the podcast. In this episode we’ll go through each of the 5 questions and how y…

In this episode, I delve into the top three stumbling blocks HR directors face when considering hiring a pay gaps consultancy. Episode highlights: Here is a sneak peak of each one of the obstacles: Obstacle number 1: apprehension about disruption and potential chaos during integration of pay gap initiatives, as well as reluctance to sharing data an…

This week we're asking should you get your pay gap data verified? This episode covers: (03:34 - 05:12) Minimising Errors With Pay Gap Software (07:33 - 09:17) Benefits of Pay Gap Software Providers (14:10 - 14:53) Bonus tips for using pay gap software Episode Highlights: - Discover how verified data can minimise errors and adapt to organisational c…

This week we're talking about the top 3 mistakes I see organisations making in their gender pay gap reports. This episode covers: (00:01) Issues in Gender Pay Gap Reporting (10:50) Improving Gender Pay Gap Reporting (12.21) Why your reports matter to women in and outside your organisation (15:36) Gender Pay Gap Insights Episode Highlights: - The im…

Listen in as Michelle talks about the Gender Pay Gap Bot, how it works, and how to use it to showcase the important work you are doing in your organisation to close your pay gaps. ‌ When the Gender Pay Gap Bot first appeared on X (then known as Twitter) back in 2021, many organisations didn’t know how to handle being put on the spot. They found the…

You may be doing all the right things in your organisation when it comes to your pay gaps, but what do you do when it stagnates? Or even worse, widens? Listen in as Michelle gives you her 3 top tips if your pay gap is stagnating or getting worse. It’s easy to think that because you are reporting on your pay gap every year, and because you are takin…

Listen in as Michelle unpacks the different ways of measuring success in the workplace, particularly when it comes to gender pay gaps. Moving beyond the often-singular focus on the gender pay gap, she explores a variety of indicators that signal progress within organisations, but often gets ignored by organisations. So much focus on addressing the …

Listen in as Michelle tackles the complex issue of the gender pay gap and the seductive lure of quick fixes. HR directors and others often find themselves under pressure to demonstrate progress, often with little or no support. This in turn often leads them to try and find speedy solutions that are not necessarily the best solutions. Temporary solu…

Join us on this episode where we tackle the complex challenge of closing pay gaps. Listen in as Michelle, presents a fresh perspective, urging organisations to look beyond just the numbers. We share insights into the pitfalls of a singular focus on pay gap statistics, from creating false impressions of progress to inadvertently cultivating 'pay gap…

This week we're talking about being ‘cancelled’ due to your pay gap figure and how you can avoid this, even when your pay gap figures don’t look great'. This episode covers: (01:25 - 02:16) Understanding the media's portrayal of boycotts (04:57 - 05:27) Boycotting companies for misaligned values (09:03 - 10:28) Proving commitment to closing gender …