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Leading with Empathy with Claire Urquhart

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Join me for this week’s episode where I have the pleasure of speaking

with Claire Urquhart, a former corporate lawyer turned co-founder and director of the charity Open Books.

Claire has spent over a decade promoting literacy and community through her work and is also a trustee at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

We delve into her inspirational journey from high-pressure legal work to meaningful community engagement, her views on leadership, and the foundational steps of building an organisation from scratch.

Claire's story is a beacon for anyone looking to pivot their professional path towards something deeply fulfilling. Tune in to hear how she's making a significant impact through her passion for books and inclusive community work.

Here are the highlights:

(3:35) Career transition from law to stay-at-home mum.

(9:20) Starting a book club to connect people through reading.

(19:09) Leadership style, accessibility, and decision-making in a non-profit organisation.

(24:07) Work-life balance and prioritising accessibility in an organisation.

(32:22) Building a sustainable business legacy.

(38:02) Empathy, diversity, and inclusion in leadership.

Connect with Claire:

Find out more about the work of Open Book here: https://www.openbookreading.com

Listen to the Open Book podcast here: https://www.openbookreading.com/podcasts/

Connect with Claire Urquhart here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-urquhart-90754a1a3/

Find out more about the Edinburgh International Book Festival here: https://www.edbookfest.co.uk

Connect with Ruth:

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LinkedIn

Website

This podcast is proudly produced by The Podcast Boutique

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39 episodes

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Join me for this week’s episode where I have the pleasure of speaking

with Claire Urquhart, a former corporate lawyer turned co-founder and director of the charity Open Books.

Claire has spent over a decade promoting literacy and community through her work and is also a trustee at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

We delve into her inspirational journey from high-pressure legal work to meaningful community engagement, her views on leadership, and the foundational steps of building an organisation from scratch.

Claire's story is a beacon for anyone looking to pivot their professional path towards something deeply fulfilling. Tune in to hear how she's making a significant impact through her passion for books and inclusive community work.

Here are the highlights:

(3:35) Career transition from law to stay-at-home mum.

(9:20) Starting a book club to connect people through reading.

(19:09) Leadership style, accessibility, and decision-making in a non-profit organisation.

(24:07) Work-life balance and prioritising accessibility in an organisation.

(32:22) Building a sustainable business legacy.

(38:02) Empathy, diversity, and inclusion in leadership.

Connect with Claire:

Find out more about the work of Open Book here: https://www.openbookreading.com

Listen to the Open Book podcast here: https://www.openbookreading.com/podcasts/

Connect with Claire Urquhart here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-urquhart-90754a1a3/

Find out more about the Edinburgh International Book Festival here: https://www.edbookfest.co.uk

Connect with Ruth:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Website

This podcast is proudly produced by The Podcast Boutique

  continue reading

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