Mentee Case Study: From unseen to empowerment. A senior LGBTQIA+ leader’s journey to courage and clarity
When an LGBTQIAP+ senior executive was referred to Lenna, they were at a crossroads.
The challenge
Despite their experience and dedication, they felt invisible.
Continuously overlooked for promotions, underpaid by 30%, and constantly having to prove their worth in ways others didn’t. The weight of working three times harder than peers, and still not being heard, had taken its toll. They were exhausted. Personally and professionally.
Our approach
From the outset, Lenna offered a space that was different. A space grounded in trust, empathy, and allyship. Somewhere the executive could speak freely: about identity, ambition, frustration, and hope – without judgement.
Lenna’s role wasn’t just to provide a soundboard as a mentor, but to stand beside them and help navigate the path ahead.
The conversations weren’t easy. Years of emotional and professional hurdles surfaced. But something shifted: they no longer had to carry it all alone. Lenna’s mentoring brought new perspective, practical strategies, and a deep sense of validation. Step by step, the executive began to rebuild their confidence and sense of direction.
A positive impact
One session marked a turning point. Tears flowed. Not from defeat, but from finally being seen. They spoke of the battles they’d fought: coming out, surviving in a non-inclusive workplace, and enduring years of silence. But they also spoke of resilience. And possibilities.
With Lenna’s support, and introductions to the right people: they found a new role. A role that recognised their talent, offered them a senior title, and tripled their previous salary.
Work with a mentor that actually cares
Today, they stand not only in a better position, but in a space where they can thrive.
This is why Lenna does what she does—to walk alongside leaders who’ve carried too much, for too long, and help them reclaim their voice, their worth, and their future. At The L Factor Ltd, we’re proud allies of the LGBTQIA+ community. We believe that everyone deserves to feel supported.
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