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Dahlia Stroud

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Director at SBWD Group
📍 United Kingdom

Dahlia Stroud is the Director of SBWD Group, a consultancy focused on commercial growth through building competent and confident teams. A Chartered Manager with an MBA, she has extensive experience in the retail and food sectors with major brands like Nestlé, ASDA, and Co-op. Colleagues describe her as knowledgeable, dedicated, and enthusiastic.

Outside of her consultancy, Dahlia hosts the popular "Stressed But Well Dressed" podcast, which explores the link between clothing, confidence, and mindset. She is actively involved in her community, serving as a board trustee for the Leeds Jewish Housing Association and as a Leader in Residence at Leeds University Business School.

Her podcast, "Stressed But Well Dressed, " is rated within the top 10% of shows globally.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Dahlia shows up

Assertive
Charismatic
Achievement-Oriented

They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation. They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Priorities

Topics Dahlia cares about

Confidence & Mindset
This is the central theme of her popular podcast, "Stressed But Well Dressed", which explores the link between clothing, self-perception, and professional success.
Inclusive Leadership
Her consultancy focuses on creating inclusive cultures where people feel a sense of belonging. She has spoken publicly on the importance of diverse thinking and psychological safety in teams.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Director
SBWD Group
10-2023
Stressed But Well Dressed Podcast - Host
Stressed But Well Dressed Podcast
7-2023 - 11-2025
Retail Director
Bridgethorne
4-2022 - 1-2023
Head of Category - Grocery, Household and Personal Care
Co-op
7-2020 - 4-2022
Head of Category - Non Food, Fuel and Kiosk (Cigarettes, Tobacco, News and Magazines)
Co-op
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2020 - 2022
Master of Business Administration - MBA
The Manchester Metropolitan University
2004 - 2008
BSc (Hons) International Management with American Business Studies (First Class)
Alliance Manchester Business School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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