Testimonials

Mrs Malik

Before we started mentoring with Inclusive Outsource, my son was struggling with confidence and had no idea how to approach job hunting. Lisa, his mentor, has been incredible. She broke everything down into small, manageable steps and helped him create a CV that really highlights his strengths. The change in him has been amazing. He’s now applied for his first apprenticeship, and for the first time, he feels excited rather than anxious about his future. I can’t thank you enough for giving him that belief in himself.

Mr Carter

When I started working with Inclusive Outsource, I felt completely stuck. I’d just finished university but had no idea what to do next. Jax, my mentor, really took the time to understand what I wanted and what I was good at. They helped me figure out a plan for my career and even taught me how to approach interviews without getting overwhelmed. I now have a job in a field I actually enjoy, and I feel like I’m finally on the right track. The support has been a game-changer for me.

“Before mentoring, I felt completely lost. I didn’t know where to begin with career planning or how to manage my anxiety. My mentor didn’t just listen, she got it. Sessions felt safe, honest, and really practical. I now feel more confident in who I am and what I want. It’s made such a difference.”

— A, 18

“This was the first time I didn’t feel broken. I’ve always masked to fit in, even around professionals. But with Inclusive Outsource, I felt accepted as I am. My mentor helped me explore my autistic identity in a way that made sense, and gave me tools to navigate life in my own way.”

— J, 21

“My son finally has someone who just gets him. As a parent, I can’t express how grateful I am. My 16-year-old had completely shut down before mentoring. Now, he has someone to talk to who understands his world, without judgment or pressure. It’s been transformative.”

— N, parent of mentee

“Mentoring helped me rebuild my self-esteem. After leaving school early due to EBSA, I felt like I’d failed. But working with my mentor showed me that success doesn’t have to look the same for everyone. I’m now working part-time and planning to start my own small business.”

— K 19

“I’ve masked for so long, I forgot who I really was. Starting mentoring felt scary at first, but my mentor created a space where I didn’t have to pretend. I was able to talk openly about the anxiety I carry every day and finally started unpacking the years of pressure, burnout, and people-pleasing. It’s helped me understand my needs, embrace my neurodivergence, and start making decisions that actually work for me—not just what’s expected.”

— L, 20