Clockwatching and DE&I Overkill : Why I'm Glad My Military Chapter Is Closed

In this eye-opening episode, Maryam shares the reality behind her five years in the RAF - from feeling deflated about her posting to feeling trapped, it certainly wasn't the high-drama experience she'd seen on the TV. Plus, as the only woman wearing a headscarf in most rooms, she stood out before she even spoke. Integration was hard. Misconceptions ran deep. And DE&I? In her words, has caused a culture of fear about offending people that creates, rather than breaks down, barriers. Maryam talks openly about: The mismatch between military promises and on-the-ground roles. The loneliness of being visibly different in a closed-off culture. Why DE&I can actually get in the way of real human connection. And how, despite it all, she rinsed every opportunity and made her way forward. It's a story of making the most out of your situation, being open and communicative, and staying determined and true to your goals.