Our first programme of the year #HerFutureNow wrapped up last Friday! A big well done to all of young women who took part. This is the first step to your next steps 🚀✨💫
Currently studying BSc Real Estate Development and Planning (RICS) Undergraduate at Henley Business School, UoR | Actively looking for Work Experience in Real estate
🚀 5 Days at The Stage, Shoreditch with Galliard Homes and Shadow to Shine During my Reading Week, I completed a 5-day programme at The Stage in Shoreditch, a mixed use development site built by developers including Galliard Homes, in which i gained knowledgable insights into the different property careers available and personal development facilitated by 'Her Future Now' team including Kira Matthews, Louise Thomas, Anil Iltas, Sharai-Raven Mae, Jennifer Uche at Shadow to Shine. Key Takeaways 💡 Day 1: We explored the Motivational Triad, how the brain prioritises pleasure, avoids pain, and conserves energy. We also discussed Dylan’s Backwards Bike experiment, showing how hard it is to unlearn ingrained habits. Jonathan Bloom shared insights into his job as the head of Public Affairs at Galliard Homes and also gave us a tour of a £2M two-bed apartment, rooftop terrace, and luxury amenities like a bowling alley, cinema rooms, and a planned museum. 📌 Day 2: Focused on identifying strengths and what to look for in a company. Lauren Taylor of litigation shared insights on legalities in property, CV tips, and networking strategies. 🏗️ Day 3: Sukie Dhillon emphasised the importance of having a coach, sponsor, and mentor to navigate the real estate industry. 💼 Day 4: Keisha Serieux Head of HR provided valuable recruitment advice, what makes a candidate stand out and common mistakes. 🤝 Day 5: Wrapped up with the one and only Becky Fatemi, the founder of Shadow to Shine, giving a talk on the importance of being proactive and assertive in a male-dominated industry, also provided massive encouragement and showing it is possible to succeed despite your differences. Ending on a high note as I was offered a work experience placement with Galliard Homes! Thank you to Shadow to Shine for this incredible experience and to Galliard Homes and all the speakers. Excited for what’s next!