Privacy Policy

Work Is Weird Now

Last updated: 8 December 2025

Work Is Weird Now is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with our podcast, website, newsletter, events (including LinkedIn Live), and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

  • Personal information you choose to provide, such as:

    • Name

    • Email address

    • Job title or organisation (if supplied)

  • Technical information, including:

    • IP address

    • Browser type and version

    • Device and operating system

  • Engagement data, such as:

    • Newsletter opens and clicks

    • Event registrations and attendance

    • Website usage through cookies or analytics tools

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Send newsletters and podcast updates

  • Share information about events, including LinkedIn Lives

  • Improve our content, services, and audience experience

  • Respond to messages or enquiries

  • Understand how people engage with our work

We only process your data where we have a lawful basis, including:

  • Your consent

  • Our legitimate interests in running and improving the platform

  • Compliance with legal obligations

3. Marketing Communications

If you opt in, we’ll send you updates about:

  • New podcast episodes

  • Events and live sessions

  • Thought leadership on the future of work

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting us directly.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your data.

We may share your information with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g. email marketing platforms, analytics providers)

  • Event platforms (e.g. for registrations and attendance)

All third parties are required to respect your data and process it lawfully.

5. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.

6. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

7. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve site performance

  • Track usage and engagement

  • Support analytics and marketing tools

You can control or disable cookies via your browser settings.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website, emails, or events may contain links to third-party platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, podcast platforms). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact us via LinkedIn.