Episode 19 – Alex Holder

This Way Up

We know that pay gaps, all pay gaps, whether it's race or gender can’t thrive in a transparent world. But also, I found talking about money, really, has helped my friendships and my relationships, because…it doesn't get in the way of having a proper conversation. We learn from each other; we share our tips and knowledge. And also, you learn about yourself in conversation by hearing yourself speak out loud.

In this episode, I talk to Alex holder. Alex worked in the world of advertising for 12 years before dramatically deciding to just quit one day. We talk about this at length in this episode and what led to her finding her voice, so to speak, becoming a freelance writer and consultant for well-known magazines such as Elle and Stylist, and most recently publishing her first book ‘The Money Book’ an important look at how we need to destigmatizes the way we talk, think and feel about money.

As usual with the podcast, we look at key themes within her journey that we can all learn from. And there is plenty to draw from. Subjects such as the importance of quitting your job when you are unhappy, really listening to yourself and having confidence in your own abilities and skills and more importantly knowing those skills can be transferrable for any job.

We talk, of course, about Money. The subject of her first book and her passion to get more people to talk more openly about it. She rightly points out that the more transparent we are with money, the more that we can understand each other’s circumstances as well counteract pay gaps at work. By being open, the powers at the top of businesses with big pay gaps will have no place to hide.

Alex is wonderfully honest throughout, she even divulges how much she earns because if you preach it, you must practice it. This is why this whole episode is so compelling to listen with plenty to learn from along the way!