How to return to the workforce?

It’s not the question of quitting a job, but taking a break for what ever reason one chooses. Be it raising kids, taking time off to come back to school, or be an expat wife in some exotic (or not so exotic) country, there will be a time when we want to take a break from being in the workforce. This might primarily apply to women, but don’t be fooled, there are plenty of men that take a break and have no idea how to get back “on the horse.” The first seminar was very interesting, because it touched upon many fears and uncertainties of re-entering the workforce. We discussed strategies to enhance the resume, like putting your home experience on your resume – after all, we are often the CEO’s, CFO’s, COO’s and other C’s of our homes, and how to stay on top of ever changing technology. We even touched on working for non-profits and volunteer work – both of which can be great resume assets if used properly.

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