In this episode, Gillian speaks with personal brand stylist Jane Mow about the powerful role clothing plays in professional presence. Jane works with high-profile women—CEOs, founders, and leaders—helping them strategically use their wardrobe to project confidence, authority, and authenticity.

In this episode, we sit down with Kath Kennedy, the General Manager of Supply Chain at Beiersdorf — the company behind brands like Nivea and Elastoplast. Right from the outset, Kath shows her leadership style. For her, leadership isn’t about pretending everything’s fine; it's okay to admit when things are tough. It’s more about how you show up and recover when challenges hit.

Thriving in a fast-paced environment isn’t just about keeping up—it’s about staying ahead. In this episode, senior banking and finance leader, Rita Yeoh, shares her insights on navigating industry shifts, restructures, and high-pressure roles.

I'm joined by Michelle Redfern, an award-winning leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her new book, The Leadership Compass, is a must-read for ambitious professionals who are serious about their careers. In this conversation, we discuss mentoring, personal branding, and networking, reframing these familiar topics in a way that will have you rethinking your own career strategies.

In this episode, I explore how to approach mentorship strategically in 2025, offering five key "needle movers" to help you find an exceptional mentor and maximise the relationship.

How often do you show kindness to others but forget to extend it to yourself? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Hayley D Quinn, a compassionate business coach, speaker, and former clinical psychologist, to explore how self-compassion can transform the way we navigate challenges like stress, setbacks, and doubt.

As the year wraps up, it's time to pause and reflect: What’s the story of your year? Is it a narrative of growth, connection, and small (or big) wins? Or are you caught replaying what didn’t go to plan? In this inspiring episode, Gillian shares how the stories we tell ourselves shape our reality, confidence, and outlook for the future.

In this episode, we’re joined by Margo Ward, founder of KidsXpress, a non-for-profit organisation transforming children’s lives through expressive therapy. We dive into the realities of leading in the non-profit sector, challenge assumptions, and explore the creativity, resilience, and self-belief needed to create lasting change.

Have you ever felt a rush of nerves before speaking to senior leaders? In this episode, we delve into the art of confident communication in high-stakes settings with Marla Heller, a seasoned Global Client Partner at EY.

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr Gina Cleo, a habit change expert and author of The Habit Revolution, back to the podcast. Her groundbreaking research and approachable insights have made her a trusted voice worldwide. Gina combines evidence-based strategies with real-life applications, which makes her guidance all the more practical and impactful.

Performance reviews – love them or hate them – are an inevitable part of most careers. Whether they make you nervous or excited, there’s no denying that these reviews hold immense power in shaping your professional path.

In this episode,  Jess Spendlove shares her expert insights into achieving success, and staying successful, while maintaining well-being. Jess's unique approach, driven by personal experience, helps her clients reach their goals without sacrificing their health and happiness.

In this episode of Your Brilliant Career, Gillian sits down with Beck Wilson, an accomplished board director, former CEO, and a leader with a passion for bringing more women into board roles. In this episode, Beck provides practical steps for those aiming to secure a board role.

Backing yourself isn’t arrogance—it's clarity about your value. A concept that becomes critical as you advance in your career. Particularly when self-leadership and confidence in your abilities are expected, but you may not have that same level of support you had earlier in your career

In this episode, we're diving into a topic that can make many of us feel a bit uneasy: asking for what you’re worth at work. But we're not just covering the usual tips for requesting a raise. Instead, we’re exploring how to truly understand and claim your value in a way that feels empowering, rather than awkward.

If you have an appetite for growth, this episode is a must-listen. Naysla is Vice President of Brand, Marketing and Member Experience at American Express, and her story is a testament to the power of courage, determination, and the importance of making meaningful connections.

How to think strategically about a career transition. That's what I want to talk about today. Why? Because career transitions are tough. If you've experienced one, you know how hard it can be to simply reimagine a new role that's dramatically different from the one that you have.

I'm joined by Jenny Mitchell, a senior coach and author from Canada. Jenny's book, Embracing Ambition, explores women's experiences with ambition through interviews with 12 senior women.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Kate Byrne, owner of EVER Change and Communication, a business focused on helping leaders drive and deliver organisational transformation. Kate is also the host of a brilliant podcast, The New Way.

I put out the call in a recent newsletter to "Ask me anything!" This episode is all about answering your questions. I've selected five that seemed to be top of mind for many of you. Drumroll please!!!