<![CDATA[Summed Up]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/summed-up Summed Up is a podcast from accountancy and business advisory firm PKF Smith Cooper, providing advice, insights and practical perspectives for leaders and decision‑makers.

Each episode explores real‑world challenges and opportunities facing mid‑market businesses – from leadership and culture to strategy and decision‑making. Lived experiences and honest conversations are told by PKF Smith Cooper experts, joined by clients, contacts and industry voices. Whether you’re looking to spark new ideas, learn from those who have done it or understand what’s coming next in the business landscape, this is the place to start.

]]> RSS.com 2026.401.141116 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:51:45 GMT en a2e69020-cf2d-58b6-97cd-cbe8c9336a94 https://media.rss.com/summed-up/20260305_030312_369c3541517fffc28326253695ebc424.png Summed Up https://rss.com/podcasts/summed-up yes PKF Smith Cooper PKF Smith Cooper PKF Smith Cooper false episodic 87271120-1ebe-11f1-b813-6b835db58d56 podcast <![CDATA[Women Leading the Way – Building Influence, Culture and Career Growth]]> In our debut episode of Summed Up podcast, we sat down with two accomplished leaders, Claire Spencer, Corporate Finance Partner here at PKF Smith Cooper, and Alice Rees, Partner at Nelsons, for a candid conversation about leadership, culture and gender representation.

Timings

  • [00:0:45] Guest introductions
  • [00:04:37] How the industry is moving forward on gender representation
  • [00:11:47] Pivotal mentors or organisations that shaped their leadership style
  • [00:24:48] Advice for someone who’s looking to take a key role in changing organisational culture
  • [00:27:48] Current culture themes and hot topics in professional services
  • [00:31:50] Factors that separate good businesses from great
  • [00:34:53] Effective ways to build influence in a room where decisions happen
  • [00:38:19] Skills or behaviours that have helped you gain influence at a strategic level
  • [00:42:05] Rapid recommendation – A recommended resource or habit for women early in their careers who want to grow into senior roles

This episode gives listeners practical, honest insight into building a confident and resilient career in typically male dominated fields. Claire and Alice share how they navigated their own paths, what’s genuinely improving around gender representation, and the lessons they’ve learned about imposter syndrome, returning from maternity leave, and leading with empathy and authenticity. Throughout, they offer grounded advice on how to influence strategy, handle senior rooms and carve out a career that truly feels like your own.

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