Maddie thought she could…. so she did!

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After achieving a 1st class degree, Maddie hit a wall many talented unemployed people face — not a lack of ability, but a lack of confidence and clarity.

✅ Applications sent.

✅ Silence received.

✅ Confidence drops. Anxiety rises.

Then she found Growing Talent — and everything changed.

This isn’t recruitment as usual.

👊 No CVs.

👊 No formal interviews.

👊 No judgement.

Instead, a structured mentoring journey where employers and candidates build real understanding before any hiring decision is made.

How?

⚡ Getting to know each other – no talk of jobs! Instead sharing experiences, thoughts and ideas including a challenge project to improve London.

⚡ Personal profile sheets

⚡ Slow dating – now we talk jobs! meeting employers to dive into opportunities available.

⚡ 1-2-1 shortlisted meetings

⚡ Either offers are made and accepted with progress onto the Orientation & Holistic week whilst waiting to start their new role. This week includes qualification at manager level in the global i-act (for positive mental health and wellbeing) training. Mental Health Training programme or join the Talent Hub.

Both the Orientation Week & Holistic Week and the Talent Hub have been assessed and certified by CPD.

Here’s what Maddie said about her experience:

✨ “I haven’t felt judged… I’ve felt uplifted and supported every step of the way.”

✨ “It felt more like conversations than lessons — much less intimidating.”

✨ “I’ve learnt how to manage pressure, regulate my wellbeing, and approach conflict differently.”

✨ “The orientation week was 100% worth it — it removed the uncertainty and eased my anxiety.”

✨ “Has my confidence increase? A big YES.”

And perhaps most importantly:

➡️ She’s about start her role with SPS UK&I feeling prepared, confident, and ready to thrive.

💥 Read the Carosuel for more of Maddie’s thoughts 💥

For employers, Growing Talent offers:

👉 Hiring talent you truly understand

👉 Reducing hiring risk and early attrition

👉 Bringing in confident, work-ready individuals, pre-trained in workplace and life skills as well as accredited Managers in i-act (for positive mental health and wellbeing) training. Mental Health Training

👉 Creating a more inclusive and human experience which closes social mobility gaps

👉 Zero cost to you

If you’re a London employer ready to rethink how you attract and develop talent… Let’s talk.

DM me to learn how you can be part of the Growing Talent journey.