In many ways, the Scout Motto “Be Prepared” applies to job searching as much as it does to camping and hiking. This is especially true if you’ve been invited to a job interview. Your resume piqued the employer’s interest and now they want to meet you. Hooray! This is a huge step in your candidacy and you’ll want to be prepared and make the most of this opportunity by researching…
9 Celebs and Notables Who Slayed It After a Career Break Whatever your reason for putting your career on hold, making your way back into the workforce can be intimidating and unnerving. Will you be able to perform at the level you did before? Will anyone give you a chance to make a comeback? It may set your mind at ease to know you’re not alone. According to a recent…
As a return to work and leadership coach, I have coached hundreds of individuals returning to paid work after a career pause. In my experience, one of the most common hurdles to overcome is a lack of self-confidence. A lack of confidence often arises in situations where the outcome is uncertain, you are trying something new (or that you haven’t done in a long time), or you are taking on…
Has it been awhile since you last went into an office? If so, you may be wondering how things are different since you previously worked full-time. Many returners in the Path Forward community, for example, are coming off of career breaks of two years, five years, or ten years or more. A lot has changed! Rest assured, though, that your life and job experiences provide you with a solid foundation…
Volunteering during your career break has many benefits. It not only feels good to give back to your community, but volunteering is a great way to keep your skills sharp for when you eventually return to work. One approach is to volunteer “strategically.” This means you deliberately look for opportunities that will refine your existing professional skills, help you develop new ones, and connect you to a larger network. Which…
Volunteering your time and service has countless benefits. It’s fulfilling to help others and make a positive impact on the world. Plus, volunteering during your career break can help you return to the paid workforce. According to a study conducted by the Corporation for National and Community Service, volunteering increases your odds of getting a job by 27 percent compared to job seekers who don’t volunteer. Volunteering is one way…
