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Melissa Burns - The training I received through the Agile Nation project helped me secure the promotion

     

Success Story ~ Melissa Burns

"I jumped at the opportunity to take part in Agile Nation’s Ascent Programme"

Melissa Burns from Clydach has always been active and as well as keeping fit in her leisure time, fitness has played a big role in her career. After years of teaching aerobics at Pontardawe Leisure Centre in Swansea, Melissa decided she wanted a new challenge and to develop her managerial skills
She became involved with the Agile Nation project which led to a promotion and her dream career

When a vacancy for studio coordinator became available at Celtic Leisure, Melissa had the confidence to go for it and put her newly acquired skills to use

She said:

“I am convinced that the training I received through the Agile Nation project helped me secure the promotion and put me on the path to a more varied and fulfilling career”. Melissa was keen to boost her leadership skills in order to climb the career ladder. “I jumped at the opportunity to take part in Agile Nation’s Ascent Programme, which covered many of the areas and core skills I needed to develop”, she added.

How we helped

We worked with Melissa to build her team-leading and communication skills as well as providing her with a wider knowledge of employment issues and how to manage other people’s time

Sarah Richards, regional project manager said:

“Melissa is proof that leadership training can provide candidates with the tools they need to receive both a boost in salary and responsibility.”

The benefits to Melissa and Celtic Community Leisure

Following the completion of the Ascent programme, Melissa applied for and secured the role of studio coordinator. She is responsible for coordinating 82 weekly fitness classes across nine leisure centres as well as managing a network of 20 freelance instructors. Melissa also takes a lead role in introducing new fitness innovations and classes to the centres.

Melissa said:

“I have achieved my career ambitions and now have input into the overall business strategy for the sports centre. For example, after researching current fitness trends, I introduced Zumba dance classes, which have proved very popular with our customers. I have a very busy work-life but feel satisfied knowing that I am adding value to my employer.”

Unlock your potential at work: further information

Melissa's achievements are also featured on the WEFO website