Training midlife women for real jobs in advertising

“I found the whole course, the people running it, and the women who studied on it to be inspiring and energising. It opened my eyes to the possibilities of work in fields that I hadn’t heard of and didn’t know existed. Every time a session finished I talked my partner’s ears off about what I’d heard and learned and how excited it made me feel to see the huge amounts of like-minded women who are still going for it and determined to lead interesting, exhilarating, and profitable lives – even if our knees hurt!”

“Being on this course really boosted my confidence! It gave me a point of reference. I now feel I am part of something big and amazing. Jane and Jacquie’s dedication and passion is so inspiring and supportive! And the whole team who shared their knowledge was just brilliant! I will start applying for jobs. Before the course I didn’t even think about that! That’s a big change). Thank you so much!!! ”

“The course was amazing; well thought and executed. It feels like a whole, rather than fractured bits stuck together. There is so much to love about it, starting from the continuous reminder emails with the dates and links, which were really appreciated, to the Visible Society page, where we are guaranteed to find a useful article or discuss thought provoking ideas. The presentations and the calibre of women speakers was also admirable.”

“Being a part of the VS course exceeded all expectations. So much information, sessions, content, connection, personal chat – on everything from making a presentation to the world of Programmatics. And all for free! Having spent over 30 years at the pioneering frontline of Diversity & Inclusion, “What’s your IG and how many followers do you have?” usually counts more than achievement, experience and passion. Jacquie, Jane, Mike and the VS Team have raised the value of midlife women in every way. This has been the first opportunity for me to share a welcoming, listening space with so many other midlife women and to hear about diverse talents, experiences and stories. I am keen to embrace the VS movement which is re-opening doors for us all to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives and to make change in wider society and the world. Count me in!”

“I thought it would be impossible to find a job for myself at this age without qualification and higher education. This course helped me to realise it’s not true. This course gave me confidence, inspired me! I realised that I know a lot more than I thought. I have a lot more experience than I thought I would have. I just really had to stop, sit and think and write it all down. I absolutely loved this course and all the people who participated. I really need a holding hand to get a job and I feel that here within this community I will have the support.”

“The 8 week course offered a flexible weekly structure, compelling topics on professional development (think Personal Branding, How to Approach Difficult Conversations, Excel(!), Building Confidence, etc), an introduction to a vast network of people with WPP, and a connection with an accomplished, remarkable group of women.”

“I have learned so much, but more importantly, I have learned how much I already know! I lost a lot of confidence and feeling of purpose after being made redundant last year, but taking part in this course and finding so much belief and support here has massively changed my outlook for the better. I no longer feel let out to pasture… instead, I, along with all the other Mid-lifers are kicking open the proverbial gate!”