I speak in the way I write: with honesty, warmth and wit. Life is too short for bullsh**. Let’s try and look at things with a cool, clear eye, but let’s also try to have a nice time.

I’m an experienced keynote speaker. I’ve given speeches at conferences, universities, council chambers, literary festivals and at venues ranging from sports halls to the Cambridge Union and the House of Commons.

I speak on a wide range of topics, with a particular focus on building resilience, women in leadership and finding fulfilment, in work and life.