Psychological Safety Is Not ‘Soft’ – It’s Foundational
What shapes the moments when people speak up – or stay silent? Psychological safety drives that split-second judgement about whether it feels safe or risky to contribute. Angela Wren, Head of DEI Solutions, explains why it underpins performance and innovation, and how leaders build it through everyday signals and responses.
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A Bold Blueprint for an Antiracist Society: Why the World Should Watch Wales
Hayley Barnard looks at how Wales is setting a global benchmark for antiracism, and what other nations (and organisations) can learn from its honest, legally grounded and action-focused approach to building equitable, inclusive systems.
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International Women’s Day: Give to Gain
International Women’s Day is a moment to rethink what progress really requires. Here, Chartered Psychologist & Head of DEI Solutions Angela Wren explores how gender equality depends on psychological safety, why systemic barriers persist, and what 2026’s ‘Give to Gain’ theme should mean in practice.
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Case Study: Brewers Decorator Centres
Brewers Decorator Centres partnered with Mix to strengthen inclusive leadership across the business. Through tailored training for managers, inclusion became part of everyday leadership conversations – building confidence, improving effectiveness, and supporting Brewers’ mission to be a great place to work.
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Tenure Bias – How Fresh Perspectives Keep Teams Future-Ready
Tenure brings knowledge, context and continuity – valuable assets in any organisation. But when length of service becomes the loudest voice in the room, it can quietly limit fresh thinking. In this quick guide, Mix CEO Hayley Barnard explains how tenure bias shows up at work, and how leaders can balance experience with curiosity.
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Authority Bias: A Quick Guide For Leaders
Authority bias is one of those leadership blind spots that’s easy to miss – especially when you’re experienced, decisive, and used to being listened to. In this quick guide, Hayley Barnard explores how good intentions can unintentionally shut down challenge, and what leaders can do to create space for better thinking, healthier debate, and more inclusive decision-making.
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Psychological Safety, And Why It’s Never Been More Important
With three decades of global experience shaping leadership, talent, and culture, Kris Bachoo has guided organisations in psychological safety across sectors and continents. In this exclusive article for Mix, she reveals why psychological safety is the foundation of high performance – and how leaders can build it with confidence and courage.
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Leadership Training: How to Build the Right Cohort
When it comes to leadership training, the people in the room shape the conversations, the depth of learning and the lasting impact. Find out how to get the cohort right for your organisation in our quick guide.
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Culture, Conduct, and Inclusion: What FCA’s 2026 Legislation Means for Financial Services
The FCA’s new rules, effective September 2026, will make non-financial misconduct – including bullying and harassment – a regulatory issue for 30,000 financial firms. Hayley Barnard explains what this shift means in real terms, and what firms need to be doing now.
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Future-Proofing for the New World of Work: a Guide For Leaders
Gráinne Barry is an expert in building high-performance teams, driving operational excellence, and pioneering innovation. In this exclusive article, she provides guidance for leaders on how AI and data technologies are reshaping careers and organisational cultures.
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Compliant Christmas Parties – a Guide for Law Firms
This year, Christmas parties for legal professionals will take place in a changed landscape, as new SRA rules and the Worker Protection Act require firms to plan carefully and uphold higher standards to ensure compliant, safe celebrations across all workplaces.
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AI and Inclusion: Promise and Pitfalls
AI can make workplaces more inclusive, but only if leaders are deliberate, transparent, and willing to keep learning. Find out how strong leadership, diverse teams and honest communication can ensure AI is a force for good in your organisation.
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