Jane Galloway - How to Successfully Request Flexible Working, Juggling Two Careers, Finding Your Tribe & Silencing Your Inner Critic

Our guest today is Jane Galloway, Head of Flexible Working for NHS England and the Founder of the brilliant Quiet the Hive, a community that helps women identify the life they want and arms them with the tools and confidence to go get it. Jane is incredibly passionate that flexible working should be for all and she shares fantastic advice that will be very helpful if you're looking to make a change to your working pattern, whether you're working in the NHS or for any other organisation.But what happens if your manager or senior leaders within your organisation don't share your vision for flexibility? Jane shares with us how best to position your request and advocate for change in the workplace.There's also a brilliant conversation about silencing your inner critic, why finding your tribe will truly help you progress your career, and (following discussion around some beautiful and memorable earrings) why we shouldn't save our favourite clothes for best. Our chat also includes: Why Jane has chosen to set up her own company alongside working for the NHS and bringing up her two childrenHow to position your flexible working request in the NHS (or any other organisation)How to deal with individuals who are against flexible workingWhy we need more work-life harmony How to silence your inner criticWhy it's critical you find your tribeWhy you shouldn't save things 'for best'During the episode, we mention a Flexible Working Guide which you can download via the Leaders Plus website. Access the guide here.Connect with Jane on LinkedIn here and find out more about her work supporting women with Quiet the Hive.Follow Leaders Plus on Twitter @leaders_plus  and find out more about our work, including details of our award-winning Fellowship Programme and our latest events. The application deadline for the Fellowship is 01 March 22. Please remember to rate, review, subscribe and share with any friends, family, or colleagues who may benefit.Are you progressing a big career whilst raising small children? Each month we send out a helpful round-up email featuring useful info and brave new ideas for ambitious mums and dads. Sign up now.Applications are now open for our NHS FellowshipOur FMLM accredited NHS Fellowship is a career development programme for working parents in the NHS who want to lead positive change. Apply by 11/07. Find out more.