-- Valued at Work: A New Approach to Leadership in STEM
In today's high-pressure, technical, and project-based environments, creating workplaces that nurture both people and performance is no longer optional – it's essential. Valued at Work Ltd, a leadership and project performance consultancy, is redefining how organizations in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can drive results by fostering environments where individuals thrive.
Founded by Lauren Neal – a chartered engineer with decades of experience delivering complex technical projects – Valued at Work supports organisations in STEM and technical sectors to align leadership, team dynamics, and delivery rigour for stronger business performance. Its proprietary Valued at Work Blueprint™ combines practical leadership frameworks with real‑world project management, delivering results that go beyond traditional training or culture‑only programs.
From Technical Projects to Transformative Leadership
Lauren Neal's journey to launching Valued at Work began over 20 years ago when she experienced firsthand the challenges of working in male-dominated environments. During her career managing complex technical projects, Neal saw how poor leadership and misaligned cultures led to burnout, disengagement, and underperformance. This led her to create a consultancy with a mission: to build workplaces where people feel valued, resulting in improved performance.
"Our belief has always been simple: where people thrive, results rise," Neal explains. "I founded Valued at Work to integrate accountable, people-centric leadership with the demands of technical project delivery. We aim to align leadership, team dynamics, and culture so that they work in harmony to deliver results in high-stakes industries."
The Valued at Work Blueprint: Creating Lasting Change in Technical Teams
At the heart of Valued at Work’s success is the Valued at Work Blueprint. This system is specifically designed for industries where complexity is high, retention is low, and the stakes are real. Unlike traditional approaches that focus on superficial cultural changes, the Blueprint is a structured methodology that creates tangible outcomes in areas such as leadership alignment, project performance, and team cohesion.
"We don't do culture theatre," Neal asserts. "We build systems that serve both people and results. Our Blueprint helps teams turn inclusion, trust, and clarity into delivery outcomes that stick."
The system is built on real project experience, not just theory, and works across sectors where performance pressures are high, including engineering, IT, and other technical fields. By focusing on practical application, Valued at Work ensures that their leadership strategies result in measurable improvements, not just abstract ideals.
The Role of Inclusive Leadership in Driving Performance
In industries prone to siloed work, high turnover, and burnout, Valued at Work’s leadership methodology is helping teams build cohesion, clarity, and resilience – cutting risks and improving retention and performance. By aligning leadership with organizational culture and embedding trust, accountability, and psychological safety, Valued at Work helps organizations address the root causes of disengagement and underperformance.
"Performance through people isn’t a slogan - it’s a system," Neal notes. "We help organizations create environments where people don’t just survive but thrive. When people thrive, results rise."
In STEM fields – where turnover can be high and pressure intense – Valued at Work’s approach helps organisations improve retention, engagement, and leadership strength by building trust, clarity, and alignment into everyday workflows. Through its Thriving in STEM career accelerator, Valued at Work empowers women and under-recognized talent in technical roles, helping them gain the clarity, confidence, and career momentum to succeed.
Thought Leadership and Industry Recognition
Valued at Work’s commitment to thought leadership and innovation has earned it recognition across the industry. Neal has contributed extensively to publications like Forbes, CEO Magazine, Stylist, HR.com, and Oilwoman. She is also a finalist for the 2024 Business Book Awards and has been recognized by the Institute of Leadership Awards.
Valued at Work’s impact extends beyond its clients: Neal's regular columns for ChemicalProcessing.com and her book, Valued at Work, have helped shape conversations about leadership and project performance in technical industries.
The company has also received public sector backing and is recognized within supplier diversity networks for its approach to leadership and delivery.
A System, Not a One-Off Fix
Unlike consultancies that deliver one‑off workshops, Valued at Work embeds transformation into project delivery itself – ensuring leadership, culture, and execution evolve in sync. This translates into sustainable improvements in retention, delivery outcomes, and workplace culture.
Whether coaching emerging leaders, aligning multi-million-dollar projects, or providing strategic consulting for B2B clients, Valued at Work is committed to helping organizations build workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and motivated to excel.
"We work with organizations that are ready to go beyond the surface and embed true inclusion and leadership at every level," says Neal. "When people feel supported, when leadership is aligned, and when trust is built into the fabric of teams, performance becomes a natural result."
For Women in STEM and Organizations: Unlock Potential with Valued at Work
For women in STEM or anyone looking to make significant strides in their careers, Valued at Work offers resources and support through its Thriving in STEM program. "Our career accelerator helps individuals break through barriers, providing the tools to build lasting career momentum," Neal explains.
For organizations seeking to improve leadership capability, boost retention, and elevate project performance, Valued at Work invites them to explore how the Valued at Work Blueprint can support their goals. Learn more at valuedatwork.com.
About Valued at Work Ltd
Valued at Work Ltd is a leadership and project performance consultancy that supports STEM and technical organizations in creating high-performance, inclusive workplaces. With over 20 years of experience in the field, the company specializes in leadership programs, strategic consulting, and career accelerators for under-recognized talent. Their proprietary Valued at Work Blueprint aligns leadership, team dynamics, and organizational culture to achieve measurable performance outcomes in high-pressure environments. As a certified diverse supplier and MSDUK member, Valued at Work is committed to fostering inclusive leadership across industries.
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