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The Boardroom by Heather Elkington

Heather Elkington

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 14

The conversations about leadership and work, that normally only happen behind those closed boardroom doors. The Boardroom is a podcast for managers navigating the parts of leadership no one talks about: bias, boundaries, burnout, and building high-performing teams.

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
01/09/2026
#19
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
31/08/2026
#28
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
30/08/2026
#23
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
29/08/2026
#15
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
28/08/2026
#19
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
27/08/2026
#21
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
26/08/2026
#21
🇨🇦 Canada - management
25/08/2026
#60
🇬🇧 Great Britain - management
25/08/2026
#20
🇨🇦 Canada - management
24/08/2026
#40

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https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome
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https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home
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https://www.itscustard.com/
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https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/628ce2c6-d282-45ef-80c9-c1132f67a57f/the-boardroom
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The reasons your team will be accountable (or not)

Episode 2

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 27:15

Some people grow through pressure. Others spend their careers blaming everyone else for where they’re stuck.

In this episode, Heather breaks down the “above the line vs below the line” framework, the quickest way to see who on your team is genuinely growing and who is stuck in blame, excuses, and denial.

In this episode:

The “above the line vs below the line” framework and how to use it as a litmus test
Why blame feels so natural and why leaders can’t afford it
The difference between a reason and an excuse (this one matters)
Why your disengaged team might actually be a one-person problem
How to use questions to pass accountability back without creating conflict

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM

Listen & follow:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033uKbjXmIrXKCb0EuzXXg?si=58205f3097864d97

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boardroom/id1896894691

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/628ce2c6-d282-45ef-80c9-c1132f67a57f/the-boardroom

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@leadershipheather?si=JB0X24-cDem23SKd

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast

And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

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Managing friends at work gets messy (here’s how I made it work)

Episode 1

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 26:29

Most leaders won’t admit this. But Heather will.

Nobody tells you that becoming “the manager” changes everything your friendships, your confidence, and how you show up every single day.

In this episode, Heather gets real about the moment anxiety nearly stopped her in her tracks, and why asking for help turned out to be her biggest leadership superpower.

Why asking for help is actually your biggest leadership superpower
The 5-minute conversation that can fix almost any work situation
How to spot the people who are quietly holding you back
How to act with courage even when anxiety is telling you not to

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, join the Custard waitlist here: https://custardlearns.com/launch-waitlist?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=waitlist_promo&utm_content=podcast_EP3_showdescription OR checkout our page @custardpeople

New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM (best for your commute)

Listen & follow:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033uKbjXmIrXKCb0EuzXXg?si=58205f3097864d97

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boardroom/id1896894691

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/628ce2c6-d282-45ef-80c9-c1132f67a57f/the-boardroom

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@leadershipheather?si=JB0X24-cDem23SKd

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The Boardroom Trailer: The Conversations That Happen Behind Closed Doors with Heather Elkington

Monday, June 8, 2026 • Duration 01:38

The Boardroom is the podcast for anyone navigating the messy, real, and often unspoken side of leadership. Hosted by Heather Elkington, someone who's been at the bottom, fought her way to the top, and never forgot what the hard parts actually felt like.

Whether you're a first-time manager finding your feet, a senior leader feeling the pressure, or somewhere in between, this is the podcast that helps you lead better without pretending it's always easy.

New episodes drop every Wednesday at 8am perfect for your commute.

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How I stop imposter syndrome getting in my way at work (the full guide)

Episode 3

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 • Duration 25:46

You go into the conversation with a plan. Then they push back, and suddenly you’re convincing yourself you were wrong all along.

In this episode, Heather gets into the part of leadership nobody prepares you for, the moment a difficult conversation goes sideways, and your confidence completely disappears.

She covers:

Why imposter syndrome hits hardest in difficult conversations
How to hold your position when someone pushes back hard
Why silence in a conversation is not weakness, it’s strategy
What to do when a conversation gets heated and you don’t know what to say
Why growth matters more than perfection in leadership

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday, 8 AM (perfect for your commute)

Listen & follow:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033uKbjXmIrXKCb0EuzXXg?si=58205f3097864d97

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boardroom/id1896894691

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/628ce2c6-d282-45ef-80c9-c1132f67a57f/the-boardroom

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@leadershipheather?si=JB0X24-cDem23SKd

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast

Stop being nice at work (here’s how I stopped people pleasing)

Episode 4

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 • Duration 31:36

If you’ve ever avoided a difficult conversation because you didn’t want to upset someone, this episode is for you.

Heather explores the difference between being nice and being kind at work, and why people-pleasing can quietly hold you back as a manager and leader.

She shares personal stories from her own career, including uncomfortable conversations she has had to start, feedback that was difficult to hear, and the moments that helped her build confidence as a leader.

In this episode, Heather covers:

Why being “nice” is not always the same as being kind
How people-pleasing can damage trust and respect
Why avoiding difficult conversations often makes things worse
How honest feedback helps you grow
Why great managers care enough to tell the truth

Because leadership is not about keeping everyone happy BUT helping people grow.

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday, 8 AM

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@leadershipheather?si=JB0X24-cDem23SKd

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

How to say 'NO' more to protect your time

Episode 6

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 • Duration 27:24

If you’re a manager who constantly feels like there are not enough hours in the day, this episode is for you.

Heather breaks down how managers can start buying back their time, from cutting unnecessary meetings and setting stronger boundaries, to delegating properly and learning when to say no.

In this episode, Heather explores:

Why busy does not always mean productive
How managers get trapped in urgent work
How to protect your time and cut down on meetings
Why saying no and setting boundaries helps you create more time to actually lead

And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, visit the Custard website here: https://www.itscustard.com/

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkzDIhdiCT-NGag5k8FM_2VAgQwvB1Iv&si=i0kbJFwLkMIU6Qxw

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

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How to ask for a pay rise with confidence (I went from 85k to 120k)

Episode 5

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 • Duration 36:01

Want to ask for a pay rise but have no idea where to start?

In this episode, Heather breaks down how to prepare for the conversation, build a strong case, choose the right timing and ask with confidence.

You’ll learn what to say, what not to say and how to follow up if the answer is “not yet”.

In this episode:

The exact steps Heather used to grow her salary from £85k to £120k
Why the pay rise conversation starts before you walk into the room
Why your results matter in salary conversations
What to do if the answer is “not right now”

Download the free Pay Rise PDF here: https://custardlearns.com/the-payrise-conversation-script

And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, visit the Custard website here: https://www.itscustard.com/

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in → hello@theboardroompodcast.com

New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkzDIhdiCT-NGag5k8FM_2VAgQwvB1Iv&si=xoSCRHg4ig2tmai6

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

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How to manage difficult employees at work

Episode 7

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 • Duration 27:58

Got a difficult employee in your team and no idea what to actually do about it?

Before you jump straight to “do we fire them?”, Heather walks through the key steps every manager needs to take first and when it might be time to make a bigger decision.

In this episode, Heather explores:

How to work out whether someone is actually difficult, or whether the situation feels difficult
Why managers sometimes accidentally allow poor behaviour to build
How to address a negative attitude at work
The 4P's method for having difficult conversations
When it might be time to take things further

And download Heather’s free Four P’s Method of having difficult conversations: https://custardlearns.com/4ps-framework-home

And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, visit the Custard website here: https://www.itscustard.com/

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday, 8 AM

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkzDIhdiCT-NGag5k8FM_2VAgQwvB1Iv&si=U6PgZWfUTUof3CEb

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

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How I smash public speaking at work (in meetings & presentations etc)

Episode 8

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 • Duration 35:03

Do you know exactly what you want to say, but still freeze when all eyes are on you?

In this episode, Heather shares how she went from being terrified to speak in front of her class at school to confidently presenting on stages in front of hundreds of people.

In this episode:

How to hook your audience within the first few seconds
Why stories, examples and questions make presentations more powerful
How to control your nerves before speaking
Why rehearsing your presentation out loud matters
How asking for feedback can improve your public speaking
Why seeking one person’s approval could be holding you back
How to speak with confidence in meetings, presentations and on stage

How confident do you feel about public speaking on a scale of 1 to 10? Let us know in the comment section below 👇

Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

BTW, if you want weekly leadership tips delivered straight to your inbox…

Join 30,000+ managers inside the Custard Culture Club (It’s free): https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home

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How I manage Gen Z at work (without lowering my standards)

Episode 9

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 • Duration 32:19

Is Gen Z really difficult to manage, or do they simply expect better management?

Heather explores why Gen Z are often labelled lazy, entitled, or difficult to manage, and why the real problem may be the way workplaces try to lead them.

In this episode, Heather covers:

Why Gen Z are not as difficult to manage as people think
How to communicate with Gen Z more openly and honestly
Why progression matters even when a promotion is not available
How to offer flexibility without losing structure or accountability
Why psychological safety and high performance can exist together
How the TAPES framework can help you manage Gen Z more effectively
What to do when someone still refuses to meet the required standard

Because managing Gen Z is not about giving them everything they want. It is about understanding what helps them do their best work, then leading them with clarity, trust and accountability.

And if you are a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, join the Custard here: https://www.itscustard.com/

Got a situation at work you do not know how to handle?

Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous.

New episodes every Wednesday at 8 AM.

Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

And btw, Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 30,000 managers across the globe inside the Custard Culture Club. Join us here: https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home

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