Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Elizabeth Willetts, the founder of Investing in Women, a groundbreaking job board and community dedicated to empowering women and promoting family-friendly workplaces. With over 17 years of recruitment experience, Elizabeth is passionate about helping professionals find fulfilling flexible and part-time work that fits their lives.
What You’ll Learn:
- The mission behind Investing in Women and how it supports both women and forward-thinking employers.
- Elizabeth’s journey in the recruitment industry, including her experiences at one of the Big 4 firms and a leading UK recruitment agency.
- Insights into the benefits of flexible work arrangements and how they can help close the gender pay gap.
- A behind-the-scenes look at Elizabeth’s debut book, Flex, a dynamic guide for anyone seeking to build a successful career on their own terms.
- Tips for career pivots, including how to leverage your network and build relevant skills when transitioning to a new industry.
Key Highlights:
- Discover the challenges faced by parents in the job market and how Investing in Women addresses these issues.
- Hear Elizabeth’s thoughts on the importance of hybrid roles and flexibility in today’s workplace.
- Learn about Subject Access Requests (SAR) and how they can empower individuals who have faced redundancy.
- Elizabeth shares her top advice for those considering a career change, including the significance of crafting thoughtful cover letters and documenting achievements.
You can get your own copy of Flex: Smart Strategies to Build a Successful Career Around Your Life at https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Flex-by-Elizabeth-Willetts/9781394267798
Find Elizabeth at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-willetts/ and sign up to her newsletter and/or job board at https://investinginwomen.co.uk/
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