‘It’s Full-Time or Nothing’ - This Was the Response to This New Mum’s Flexible Working Request. Have a Listen for Some Much-needed Inspiration on What She Did Next.

Just before Lianne Baker was due to return to work after her first maternity leave, her Employer rejected her flexible working request. She was told, “It’s full-time or nothing”, leaving her with no choice but to resign.

After months of applying for jobs and getting nowhere, in Lianne’s frustration, she wrote a post about her experiences on LinkedIn that went viral. Almost a million people saw her post, and she received thousands of supportive comments and messages from people. Lianne learnt she wasn’t alone.

It’s been four years since THAT vial post, and Lianne is now Head of People at Enfuse Group – a management consultancy focusing on digital transformations. It’s a role she loves and one she works part-time.

This story is about resilience, getting out of your comfort zone, and not taking no for an answer.

If your flexible working request has been rejected, or you’re struggling to find a part-time job, listen to this episode for some much-needed inspiration about how strong, powerful and resourceful women can be.

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Connect with Lianne Baker on LinkedIn.

Check out Enfuse Group here.

Follow Lianne's Instagram accounts, @riponhouse1887 and @myvictorianhouselove

Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn.

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