New future leaders blog explores the power of non-linear career journeys in the sector

As National Careers Week celebrates the many routes people take to build meaningful working lives, we’re proud to share Sam Gilly's (Complaint Insight Manager, Sovereign Network Group) Future Leaders blog, "Breaking the Mold: Learning That My Path Still Counts."

Sam's story reflects the week’s core message: that careers are rarely linear and every experience adds value. As the Housing LIN Future Leaders Programme concludes, Sam’s reflections show how diverse backgrounds, resilience and lived experience strengthen leadership.

Her blog is one of several from our 5th cohort, published ahead of recruitment for the 2026/27 programme sponsored by Sovereign Network Group.