Episode 10 of the Culture Whisperer Podcast is out now and this is a powerhouse of a conversation with Advita Patel, owner and founder of CommsRebel, co-founder of A Leader Like Me, co-author of 'Building a Culture of Inclusivity' and currently the first South Asian woman to be President of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations ❤️

Here are 5 Culture Whispers you'll hear from Advita in our conversation and a snippet on hope below:

💥 1. Inclusion isn’t optional — it’s personal. “Say the words out loud: diversity, equity, inclusion.” Advita challenges all of us to keep showing up and doing the right thing. If your organisation pulls back from EDI — will you?

🌱 2. Hope is a leadership habit!Hope isn’t fluffy — it’s fundamental. In a world full of fear and fatigue, leaders have a duty to bring optimism, courage and clarity. “What’s the alternative to hope?” she asks. Silence? Compliance? Fear?

🧠 3. Build your personal board of directors.Mentors aren’t a nice-to-have — they’re a career lifeline. Advita’s board includes truth-tellers, nurturers, finance advisers and straight-talkers. Who’s guiding you when self-doubt kicks in?

💥 4. Confidence is a daily practice, not a personality trait.Forget the big leap — it’s the micro-actions that matter. Her new book 'De-coding Confidence' reveals the 7 habits of confident leaders, from energy to boldness and vulnerability.

☕ 5. “You can’t be everyone’s cup of tea… or you’ll be a mug.”If you know Advita, this is one of her most famous quotes! Sometimes speaking up is uncomfortable but when things feel wrong they probably are and we have to speak up!

💬 If you work in HR, EDI or Internal Comms or you're on a leadership journey yourself — this episode is a must. 💬

Advita’s honesty, warmth, and rebellious spirit will leave you thinking (and probably shouting “YES!” at your headphones). I got goosebumps so many times in our conversation 🫶

🎙️ Share far and wide to get these positive culture whispers out into the world!🎙️