Owning my story: From Rejection to Realisation

​Talk Title: Owning my story: From Rejection to Realisation

​Description: This isn’t a TED Talk. It’s a real talk.
In this short, honest session, Nikki shares her personal story from losing confidence after being told she was “too kind” to lead, to rebuilding her sense of self through motherhood, job search struggles, and a powerful epiphany: empathy is not her weakness, it’s her superpower.

If you’ve ever felt like you had to hide parts of yourself to be seen as ‘professional’ this talk is for you. Expect vulnerability, reflection, and a big dose of inspiration to own your story, just as you are.

Bio: Nikki Adams is the founder of the HR Flex Network, a thriving community for part time and flexible HR professionals. She’s passionate about creating space for honest conversations, mutual support, and championing a better, more inclusive world of work. With a background as a strategic People Partner in fast-paced businesses and as a mum navigating the realities of modern working life, Nikki brings a refreshingly real perspective to the HR profession. She believes flexibility shouldn’t mean compromising on ambition, and kindness is a leadership strength, not a flaw.