“I feel a massive difference in my confidence, my sense of self purpose and passion and will be a different (and much better) female leader walking back into the workplace.”

"I feel more confident in my skills and abilities, especially after reflecting on some of my negative work experiences; learning from that, not beating myself up, and turning them into positive experiences going forward. I now genuinely believe I have something to offer organisations, rather than thinking why would they want me?"

"Advertising one of our new posts as hybrid widened the field and attracted some excellent candidates who wouldn't want a daily commute… many thanks for your advice on stating clearly how flexible the post was, I'm sure that attracted more applicants."

“I feel empowered to choose which organisations I want to share my skills with whereas before I felt I would be lucky for an employer to pick me. I'll be brave and have more courage in next steps, and now realise it's ok to make mistakes on that journey too.”

"I had a very academic and research-oriented CV. Lynn identified my transferable skills and helped me re-frame my past experience. I am now working on improving my CV based on her suggestions so that I'll have a new version of CV for applications in non-science/research fields."

"I know that... the conversations that we had about being transparent about salary, what flexible working means at [company], and being specific about our expectation of hybrid work (i.e. how much in the office as a minimum), meant that when people saw the advert and enquired about the post, they were really clear of the boundaries of the role and whether it could work for them. We had 7 applicants, we gave everyone the opportunity to interview, and we could have offered the post to three"

“I have been offered a job. I’m pretty confident that I wouldn’t have applied for the post before starting this programme, but it has definitely given me confidence and opportunity to reflect on what I want to do and the aspects of work that I really enjoy... This is the most excited and optimistic that I have felt in months!”

"Thanks for setting up and running the group Lynn, it’s fab! I found a job through it and love the flex chat, so inspiring "

"I was extremely happy with the support and success we had in the recruitment process. It was so easy !

I was looking for an Admin Assistant and within a couple of days I had around 10 applicants, most of whom matched the job description well. After shortlisting and interviewing we found exactly what we were looking for. Someone who wanted flexible working and who has been able to fit around my own working hours.

I would use Flexible Working Scotland again and recommend them to other employers."

“This course has been a game changer; my confidence ahead of seeking to return to the labour market has been restored and refreshed in ways I simply could not have mustered myself after such a long break. I feel empowered and brimming with ideas as to where I want to take my career next.”

"Thanks for setting up and running the group Lynn, it’s fab! I found a job through it and love the flex chat, so inspiring "