The start of 2026 is a good moment to share a little about how I think about LinkedIn, why I post the way I do, and what you can expect from me and from Good Maven.

In July 2025 the UK Government announced a major review into parental leave after campaigners and MPs called for change, foregrounding the fact that the UK’s current arrangements are the worst in Europe. We discuss the issues and how they impact on the workforce, productivity and the economy.