Show Notes
In this episode of the Women in Safety podcast, Alanna Ball tackles Tall Poppy Syndrome and how it holds women back in the health and safety profession. Too often, women downplay their achievements or hesitate to step into the spotlight out of fear of being judged.
Alanna shares practical strategies to counter this, like keeping a “brag book” to record wins, normalising recognition, and building networks that lift each other up rather than cut each other down. She reminds us that self-doubt is common, but it shouldn’t stop anyone from putting their hand up for awards, nominations, or leadership opportunities.
This conversation is a call to women in safety to own their achievements, support their peers, and understand that every win—big or small—matters.
Have you ever caught yourself shrinking your success? It’s time to stop. Listen in and let’s start celebrating the work that deserves to be seen.
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