HOW BEING MADE REDUNDANT TAUGHT ME A MAJOR LIFE LESSON

Years ago, a company merger culminated in my redundancy. 

The competitive, uncertain environment fueled the male execs to jostle for the top jobs and prioritise their own interests, leaving a lasting impact. In the boys’ club culture, the first to be excluded are women. This is an experience echoed by women across the globe.

HR

When HR told me the news, I was relieved that my time in a business where I felt no longer valued was ending. Despite financial worries and an unknown future, I felt a spark of excitement and possibility.

Realisation Hit Me

After I left, I realised I’d been seeing myself the way it’d been reflected back to me, by a business that no longer valued me. 

This shift in mindset led me to start to value myself again. My confidence grew and my attitude changed, and I recognised the skills and abilities I had to offer a new company. I also identified what was truly important to me from my next role and what I wanted for my future.

A Fresh Start

Within a few months I landed a position in a firm who clearly valued me. It was fulfilling, I felt respected, and it gave me a sense of belonging.

Even now, many years later, I’m grateful I learned this important lesson: to value myself. If I’m ever in a situation where I’m not being valued I know to take action and be my own biggest advocate.

Coaching Women in Business

Now, I’m dedicated to supporting and coaching other women who want a successful career without compromising their values and playing by the rules of the boys’ club. I offer 6 and 12 session packages to help women achieve their short- and longer-term objectives.

Job Loss To Life Success

I also offer a FREE coaching session ‘Job Loss to Life Success’ to women who’ve recently lost their job. I want to empower them to value themselves, hold their heads high and build a brighter future. 

If you’d like to schedule a complimentary chemistry session for coaching sessions or you’ve been impacted by a recent job loss and would like to book this FREE coaching session with me, please use this link to book it.