Ebony Kelly Nelder's story

Chaos to Clarity: My Unfiltered Path

My Journey with Success Works: Finding Confidence, Support, and Direction

When I first connected with Success Works,

I was looking for guidance not just in my career, but in life. I had goals and motivation, but I needed structure, encouragement, and someone who truly believed in me – even on the days when I didn’t believe in myself.

Matching With a Mentor

That’s exactly what I found through my one-on-one mentoring. My mentor, Gemma, became a consistent source of support and reassurance. She reminded me that I was worthy and capable of great things, even when self-doubt crept in. Gemma didn’t just help me find employment – she helped me rediscover my confidence and sense of purpose. Her encouragement and practical advice played a big part in shaping my career path today.

Support

Success Works supported me with resume writing, interview preparation, and the little reminders that make a big difference when you’re living with an ADHD brain. Gemma would often call or check in to make sure I hadn’t forgotten an appointment or task – and, let’s be honest, eight times out of ten, I had! Those small acts of care made me feel seen and supported beyond the professional side of things.

What to expect

The team at Success Works goes above and beyond – their support isn’t limited to job searching. They genuinely care about your growth, well being, and future. Their ongoing mentorship has helped me build not only a career foundation but also the confidence and habits that keep me moving forward.

Securing Meaningful Employment

Through the support of Success Works, I was introduced to a great opportunity with UR Digital, where I now work as an Administrative Clerk and Project Coordinator. Success Works encouraged me to apply, assisted me with fine-tuning my resume, and gave me the interview skills I needed to present myself with confidence.
This role has become truly meaningful to me – not just because of the work itself, but because of the environment and the stability it provides. There’s room for growth, and every day brings a new challenge or lesson. I look forward to going to work, knowing that what I do makes a difference. My contributions are recognised and appreciated, and that sense of value has completely transformed my confidence and daily life.

Thank You & Encouragement to Others

To Gemma and the team: thank you for being such a positive force in my journey. To anyone thinking about working with Success Works – do it. The investment you make in yourself through their support is one that pays off in ways far beyond employment. My journey is still unfolding, but thanks to them, I’m walking it with clarity and confidence.

My Journey with Success Works Partners

My journey with Success Works, click to read my journey whilst in this program. My name has been changed in this blog as at the time of publish I had not made the decision to share my storey publicly.

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