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			The People Mentor PodcastDriving Your Business Forward Author: Nicola Richardson 
					Series 5: No Room for Fluff The Workplace Edit This series is all about leading with clarity, courage, and humanity, because soft skills aren't soft when the stakes are high. I'm Nicola Richardson from The People Mentor, and I've spent over 30 years leading teams through change, challenge and growth. I know what it takes to build trust, manage conflict, and bring people with you, without losing sight of results. In this series, I'm bringing you real-world stories and practical strategies to help you lead more humanely - whether it's handling miscommunication, boosting resilience, or navigating the one person who always gets under your skin. If you're ready to grow your career and your confidence, without the fluff, you're in the right place. Listen now for honest insight and down-to-earth leadership support.					 Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it  | 
		
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		Handling the Tough Return to the Workplace Conversation		
		
Episode 14		
		Monday, 13 October, 2025	
In this episode of The People Mentor Podcast, Nicola Richardson explores how to have honest, respectful return-to-work conversations when employees prefer remote working.She shares how to balance business needs with empathy, why blanket rules can damage trust, and how listening and flexibility help rebuild engagement after change. Nicola also offers practical ways to handle resistance, frame the conversation around shared goals, and support employees through the transition back to the workplace.Whether you’re a manager or business owner, this episode gives you tools to navigate return-to-office discussions with confidence, clarity, and care.









