Welcome to the Passion to Purpose Podcast!
Introducing the Passion to Purpose Podcast, where we delve into stories from across the firm and explore what makes the firm so special… our people!
Whether you're seeking inspiration, guidance, or simply a good listen, we've got you covered and each month we’ll feature a different topic but one that will all come back to the same place and that is the people who make up MHA.
Embark on a journey as our guests open up about their experiences, hurdles, and dreams for tomorrow.
You can discover all our episodes below. Enjoy!
Episode 6 | From Pitch to Practice
In this exciting episode, former Manchester United goalkeeper Paul Rachubka and ex Saint Helens rugby star Paul Clough share their incredible journeys from the pitch to careers in accounting and tax.
Discover their challenges and triumphs, the motivations behind their career changes, and the unexpected ways their athletic skills propelled them to success in their new professions.
Episode 5 | Resilience & Reinvention - Navigating illness with a new career
AJ opened up about his journey, revealing the pivotal moment when he received life-changing news and how this prompted his career change.
Join us as we explore his inspiring story, the challenges he faced, and the resilience he discovered along the way.
Trigger warning: This content includes sensitive topics, such as blood and physical health conditions
Episode 4 | Should you bring your whole self to work?
Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Paren Parmar about the power of authenticity in the workplace.
Discover why being true to yourself matters, and gain valuable insights from Paren's journey into the professional world!
I found by taking the time to understand that culture, it helped me connect with so many other people"
Episode 3 | IWD, inclusion and life in recruitment
Welcome back!
We're joined by Leanne, Head of Talent Acquisition and Resourcing. In this episode we discuss International Women's Day, wellbeing and life in recruitment. Leanne also shares her experiences as a mother of a neurodivergent child and how she balances her work and personal life.
See you next time!
We are all paving the way for the generations that come after us"
Episode 2 | Young leaders & where an apprenticeship got me
Welcome back! During our second episode, we talked with Luke Augur about where an audit apprenticeship led him and how it shaped his leadership journey.
Luke shared the lessons he learned and the importance of mentorship throughout his apprenticeship. He also discussed the importance of taking risks and trusting in yourself to succeed.
I knew I didn't want to go to university, so I applied to MHA and here I am seven years later"
Episode 1 | Women empowerment in the professional sector
Welcome to our first episode as we explore women empowerment and our DIBS (Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Social Impact) programme
In this episode we were joined by Kate Arnott, Partner, and Grace Lloyd-Warne, HR Manager, as they describe their career journeys as women in the professional sector and the challenges they have faced.
People need role models to look up to and see that it is achievable"
Meet our hosts!
Hi I'm Chloe Heard, an Audit Semi-Senior and co-host.
Throughout my career at MHA, I have been given many opportunities to develop as well as be inspired by many people, including Liam, my co-host! Therefore, it only made sense that we created a platform where we could share the many stories and career journeys of our people and inspire others. A platform for open dialogue without censorship or fear of acknowledging both the successes and challenges.
As co-host of this show, it's a great privilege to meet and hear so many inspiring people across the MHA network. I hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording it!
Hello, I'm Liam Hammond, Director and co-host.
In 2006, I began my career as a Trainee at MHA. In my journey to Director, I have been fortunate to have been guided by many inspirational leaders across the firm, and I now have the privilege of supporting our next generation of business leaders and accountants. Regardless of which level they are at, each person can inspire the next by bringing their own experiences and creative ideas to the table and fostering collaboration and a positive environment.
Our podcast shares inspiring real stories, as well as a chance to understand some of the challenges many of us face, even if we are not able to relate. Through this, we will be able to better understand one another, drive positive change, and create an environment that is inclusive and empowering for all.
