Skills for success: A Masterclass in Negotiating work flexibility with Lizzie Martin
Join Lizzie Martin PCC, who is head of coaching and training at Work Life Mother (WLM) for this practical session which will provide you with essential skills for achieving a balanced lifestyle while advancing in your career.
The masterclass introduces flexible work options, guiding you through how to construct compelling cases and addressing concerns.
You will learn how to develop your negotiation and communication skills, along with a deeper understanding of policy considerations, so that you can make work-work for you.
By the end, you will leave with the ability to negotiate and implement flexible work arrangements effectively, express needs persuasively, and prepare for employer objections.
Who is this masterclass for?
For managers, the session offers tools to support team members in navigating flexible work successfully.
This session is for you if you'd like to strive for a balanced lifestyle while advancing your career, offering skills for successful negotiation of flexible work options.
It is equally valuable for managers looking to understand and support team members in navigating flexible work arrangements.
About Lizzie
Lizzie Martin PCC, is head of coaching and training at Work Life Mother (WLM). With a decade of management experience at John Lewis and Waitrose, Lizzie transitioned into leadership coaching during her first maternity leave, driven by a passion to address the challenges of returning to work after parental leave and gender inequity in the workplace. Her mission is to make the world a place where you don't have to choose between parenthood and a successful career. In her role as the head of coaching and training at WLM, Lizzie focuses on transforming the landscape of parental transition in the workplace. Leveraging her background, she specialises in helping women and new parents returning to work after maternity leave, fostering an environment for them to not only return seamlessly but also thrive in career progression and leadership roles. WLM's initiatives are built on three key pillars: coaching employees navigating various forms of parental leave, empowering managers to offer optimal support during this significant career transition, and consulting with organisations to enhance the end-to-end people experience related to parental leave. "I am on a mission to change the narrative that you have to pick between being a parent or having a successful career." People often say Lizzie is approachable, down-to-earth, and fun to work with. Think of her as the friend who's not afraid to push you when you need it most—the one who helps you bring out your absolute best. Outside of her professional work, Lizzie lives in West Sussex and enjoys going on bike rides with her husband and two children. This balance between work and family life not only enriches her own experiences but also fuels her dedication to creating positive changes at the intersection of career and parenthood. Lizzie's coaching and training programmes aim to empower individuals and contribute to organisational goals such as improved retention, stronger female talent pipelines, enhanced workforce well-being, and an overall improved employee experience. Currently engaged with Noble Foods, Global Data, The British Library, Google, and several other organisations, Lizzie continues to drive positive change in the professional landscape.
