The 5 biggest mistakes

that get Access to Work

applications rejected

Do you worry you’ll say the wrong thing?

My 5-step guide is here to teach you how to avoid the most common mistakes that could end up costing you your support.

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If you’re dreading the part of Access to Work where you’ll have to talk about what support you need, this is for you

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This is for you if...

  • You’re scared your requests will get rejected because you didn’t say the right thing

  • You know something is difficult at work, but you don’t know how to translate your thoughts into clear sentences that will get you the support you need

  • You want to understand what you can ask for from Access to Work

  • You want to understand the framework Access to Work uses to make decisions, so you can maximise your chances of getting support

  • You don’t want to go through the whole ordeal of applying, waiting months, self-advocating like there’s no tomorrow, only for your requests to be rejected because you didn’t understand what Access to Work looks for when they make decisions

What’s inside

  • A man with gray hair wearing a blue sweater and beige pants sitting on a bench with one hand resting on the surface and the other hand on his lap, looking to his left against a plain wall background.

    The top 5 mistakes, explained

    A clear list of the top 5 mistakes I see come up over and over again, broken down with detail.

  • A young woman with wavy dark hair sitting on a bench, wearing a sleeveless beige top and high-waisted beige trousers, gazing thoughtfully to the right, with sunlight casting shadows on the wall behind her.

    Practical advice

    Along with each mistake, you also get advice about what to do instead, with examples included.

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    The full picture

    Clear explanations about how things make sense in an Access to Work context. You’ll get advice, and you’ll also understand why the advice makes sense.

  • A young man with dark skin and short black hair is sitting against a beige wall, wearing a gray polo shirt and cream-colored pants, with a calm expression and hands resting on his lap.

    Mini worksheet

    A worksheet to help you take action right away and put a strong request together.