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They often outweigh the negatives but get overlooked. Is a bad day really a bad day? Weigh it up and look for the positives. You’ll probably find it wasn’t so bad after all.
Career path
Policy Review Specialist
First Central
Started 08/2022 to PresentOffice and Events Manager
First Central
From 12/2017 to 03/2020Lead Beauty Expert
First Central
From 05/2003 to 07/2022Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
The biggest thing I love is that quality and people, not only the customers but the colleagues too, are at the forefront of everything that happens. I love the way the whole team supports each other. I enjoy the tasks, the balance you get from working from home and the office and the rapport I build with the customers. I love all the charity and volunteering opportunities.
Greatest achievements
I always give 100% in anything I do. That is just my nature. I’m very much all or nothing with no half measures. I’ve pulled off organising world championships, national and international events and overseen department projects and refits. I’ve also been involved in many charity events over the years which have been an experience and an honour. I feel lucky to have been involved in all these things and I am very proud of everything I’ve achieved. The thing I’m most proud of is that I’ve always been happy in my work and supported my children. I’ve been a single mum for over 14 years and always had at least one full time job. I love the buzz of being busy and reaching the unreachable. Life for me has never been easy, but since my late teens I’ve always been happy. You need a good balanced mindset and to know that nothing is impossible. Work and life are what you make them. My nan always used to say you can’t wait until life’s not hard anymore before you decide to be happy.
Kerry D
Head of Home Underwriting
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Be open to change and grab opportunities that come your way to help you grow and develop yourself. Always have a growth mindset and don’t close down opportunities because you’re afraid that you can’t meet the challenge. Pushing yourself outside your usual skill set will help increase your confidence and show you what you’re capable of.
Lauren H
Senior Wellbeing & Engagement Executive
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I’m a natural introvert and I don’t think anyone in my personal life would describe me as outgoing or confident! But, I’ve found in my career so far that the occasions where I’ve been brave - whether that’s deciding to move away from HR (even though I studied a Masters in the topic!) or saying yes to presenting in front of a crowd of senior leaders - have been the times where I’ve grown and developed the most. I’m at a point in my career where I’m eager to grow and progress, so being brave is something I try to make a conscious effort to do. It can be scary to say yes to things you might usually shy away from but, by getting more practice and exposure to these things, over time they naturally begin to feel a bit easier. Even if things don’t always go to plan, it’s all part of the journey.
Oyinda O
Head of Operational Excellence Development
Top Insider Advice
Often people have limitations set by others or sometimes even by themselves that stop them from progressing to that next level both in life and in their career. Self-belief is one of the key stepping stones to building confidence in yourself and your abilities. Imposter syndrome is something most people who enjoy varying levels of success have dealt with at some point or another in their careers. It is important to recognise that this can manifest in many forms, such as doubts about your skill level, not applying for that role even when you meet the requirements or generally not going for the things you want. Once you see that happening, you can start to take the necessary steps to overcome the negative self-talk. Start to engage with people who’ve achieved the type of career success you’re looking for. Surround yourself with positive people who encourage and believe in your success. Apply for that role! You never know what could happen