We are diversity "baristas";
shaping the right solutions for your organisation, your situation and your people
We are diversity "baristas";
shaping the right solutions for your organisation, your situation and your people
We blend a range of practical actions into a coherent effective programme
We blend a range of practical actions into a coherent effective programme
We blend a range of practical actions into a coherent effective programme
We blend a range of practical actions into a coherent effective programme
leading with inclusion
Brew People take a strategic approach to empowering women
at work through menopause
M-Power: A Menopause Action Plan for Organizations
Just at the point where they have most to offer your organization, many senior, experienced women face the challenges of menopause symptoms that can impact their performance and well-being. Without the right support, many women leave their careers, hold back from promotions or simply become less productive. This is costly not only for the women themselves, but for the businesses that employ them. That cost increases – both financially and reputationally – where employers are found to be discriminating against older women. Awareness isn’t enough: organizations need to act.
In this book Laura Haycock sets out a simple, evidence-based framework for creating an effective Menopause Action Plan. Pre-order for May 2025!
Can't wait for the book?
How about arranging a keynote, webinar, or workshop?
Or calling to get ahead with your menopause action plan?
Reviewed by renowned experts and business leaders:
"M-POWER is very clearly and accessibly written and chock-full of evidence-based guidance and recommendations. It features brilliant case studies from menopause-friendly organizations of all different shapes and sizes. The book is also very nuanced, paying careful attention to gender inclusivity and intersectionality. Perhaps even more importantly, the M-POWERED framework is easy to remember as well as comprehensive and sensible.I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and recommend it very highly indeed to anyone who wants to understand more about how to support menopausal staff at work."
Jo Brewis, Professor of People and Organisations, co-author of the UK Government report ‘ The effects of menopause transition on women’s economic participation in the UK’.
"Menopause and hormonal changes are still often misunderstood and underestimated, especially in the workplace. Many people are confused how best to help women who are experiencing symptoms and this book will help provide clarity. Any organisation who employs women should have ready access to this book."
Dr. Louise Newson, GP & Menopause Specialist, Founder of Newson Health Group, the free Balance App, and member of the UK Government’s Menopause Taskforce.
"M-Power by Laura Haycock is an important book. It sets out invaluable, practical guidance for leaders to make their organisations better able to support people going through menopause. Male leaders - and I deliberately say this to you as one myself - get a copy and read it as soon as you can! It will help you understand and support a large proportion of working people to get through a difficult stage of life and do their best work."
Dominic Shales, Founder, RESET Media Group.
"This book is an invaluable resource that addresses the often-overlooked challenges faced by women going through menopause. What makes it truly unique are the easy-to-implement, actionable insights and practical strategies aimed at helping any individual or organisation create and develop a menopause-friendly workplace environment that supports, empowers and inspires everyone. Specsavers are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, having proactively taken steps towards achieving Menopause Friendly Accreditation. This book will help other businesses – large and small – to achieve the same."
Lou Furby, Specsavers Menopause Network Co-Chair
"I loved this book and will be gifting it to multiple clients. So much has been written about the menopause, but business leaders are still craving a down-to-earth approach that gets to the heart of what they can do to enable their female talent to progress and thrive through the menopause years. Leaders will particularly value the M-Powered framework. In clear language, it sets out how you can deliver on a menopause policy (rather than write it and ignore it!), helping the reader with tools such as how to develop a business case, estimate ROI, maintain relationships and develop a good strategy. Illustrated with case studies throughout, this is an invaluable read for anyone interested in retaining the women in their business."
Lucy Ryan, author of award-winning ‘Revolting Women: why midlife women walk out and what to do about it’.
"Laura’s book makes a persuasive case for implementing a menopause action plan, emphasizing its strategic value for businesses. Backed by insights from social research, medicine, law, and organizational science, it builds a compelling argument for change. A must-read for business leaders seeking a clear and practical guide on this critical issue."
Max Landsberg, bestselling author of ‘The Tao of Coaching’, former Partner at McKinsey & Co, and Heidrick & Struggles.
"Laura’s personal story really resonated with my own and countless other women’s experiences and the way the book unfolded had me hooked! Her humour brings well placed levity to a serious and important subject and her practical suggestions in the M-POWERED framework, based on solid science were excellent. This book is so useful for anyone who needs to and wants to know more about the impact of the menopause."
Gill Graham, Principal Psychologist and Partner, Cargyll
"The menopause has been sadly overlooked when it comes to inclusion at work. Laura’s book changes all of that! Accessible and easy to read, yet packed with powerful research and real-life case studies, her book offers leaders practical tips on how to break down taboos, create a compelling argument for change, and lead with compassion and collaboration. Each stage of the M-POWERED framework offers step-by-step guidance. Anyone who is truly committed to helping workplaces thrive through the power of its people, all people, will find this an invaluable companion on the journey. Read this book!"
Jon Atkins, Business Psychologist & Inclusion Specialist
