This episode is a bit different, its a very special one! Earlier this month we hosted our very first Talking to the Top: Live event! For this event, Freddie and I were lucky enough to speak with the former Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil Service, The Lord Sedwill KCMG.

We discuss his time working with Boris Johnson, Theresa May, and many other leaders, speaking about his time as the United Kingdoms National Security Advisor and his work with NATO. Mark speaks about the various challenges he faced along the way and uncovers how he went from Scuba Diving to Diplomat to Cabinet Secretary... Most excitingly, for the second half of this episode you will hear from our fantastic live audience! Their questions were thought provoking and we hope you enjoy listening.

As is discussed throughout this episode, here at Talking to the Top we have been lucky enough to work with an incredible local charity, The Rendezvous. ‘The Rendezvous supports young people in North Dorset and South Somerset. They have a team of trained and friendly individuals who can offer in-depth support or a listening ear, help and advice on health, housing, money, or small targeted group sessions to build confidence and self-esteem. The volunteers help young people gain the English and Maths qualifications they are missing and their ‘Future is Yours’ programme can help them find jobs, join an apprenticeship scheme or go to college. They seek to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people facing disadvantage (13-25) in the North Dorset and South Somerset area one day at a time, providing them with the tools they need to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives.’ – The Rendezvous

We would be so grateful if you could donate to this wonderful charity using the link below:

https://www.therendezvous.org.uk/donate/