Elizabeth (Liz) Willetts, founder of Investing in Women, joins Nicola Semple to discuss her journey from a 17-year career in recruitment to creating a job board that empowers women seeking flexible and fulfilling work.

Her new book, "Flex," offers a dynamic guide for anyone looking to advance their career amidst life's challenges, covering essential topics such as skill stacking, CV writing, and interview preparation.

Liz shares her personal experiences of navigating motherhood and career transitions, highlighting the importance of finding roles that allow for work-life balance. She also shares insights on how to effectively navigate the job market and the significance of showcasing your unique value to potential employers.

Takeaways:

• The importance of recognizing your own value and relevance when applying for jobs.
• Networking and building relationships can significantly enhance your job search effectiveness.
• Creating a personal brand on platforms like LinkedIn can attract potential employers and opportunities.
• Tailoring your application materials to specific roles can improve your chances of standing out.
• Understanding the nuances of cover letters can influence a recruiter's perception of your application.

• nicolasemple.com/backyourself
• investinginwomen.co.uk
• Buy Flex: Smart Strategies to Build a Succesful Career Around Your Life
• Buy The Career Confidence Toolkit: Take Control of Your Career and Fulfil Your Potential

I help people to build their career confidence and achieve their career goals.

You can book a free no-obligation chat about how I can support you to achieve your career goals: https://nicolasemple.com/chat

You can get my free guide "Back Yourself: Your 7 Step Plan to Build Confidence and Achieve Your Career Goals": https://nicolasemple.com/backyourself

You can buy my book The Career Confidence Toolkit: Take Control of Your Career and Fulfil Your Potential: https://nicolasemple.com/book

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