Our names are often one of the first things we share about ourselves. They can connect us to our family, our heritage and our past, and for many of us they become an important part of how we see ourselves.
But sometimes, for all sorts of personal reasons, a name no longer feels quite right.
Whatever the reason, changing your name can be both a significant personal decision and, in the workplace, a practical one.
Here we explore some of the reasons why people may choose to change their name, what the process involves, and the practical considerations for both employees and employers when managing a name change in the workplace.