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Re-enter the Workforce Resources

Are you re-entering the workforce after having kids or caring for a loved one?

Learn how to reenter the workforce
Do you have questions about reentering the workforce after a career pause?

You’ve likely got questions swirling in your head like:

Am I over-qualified?

Will anyone want to hire me?

How do I handle age bias?

How do I handle employment gaps?

Well, you're not alone!

Studies show that nearly half of working moms take a career break

You're not alone in reentering the workforce after a break
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Take the pain and stress away from updating your resume with our job-winning resume templates!

For those re-entering the workforce, we recommend our Stay-at-Home Parent Resume Template.

Use it to highlight your skills & experience and get a new job even after significant time away from the paid workforce

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Get the Resources You Need to Re-enter the Workforce!

Learn How To:
  • Minimize Employment Gaps
  • Combat Age Discrimination
  • Land Your Ideal Work from Home Job

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  • 4 Secrets to a Successful Career Comeback

    They say a career comeback is like riding a bike—you never really forget how to do it. But let’s be real: sometimes that bike is rusty, the tires are flat, and you’re desperately Googling “how to ride a bike” just to make sure you don’t fall flat on your face (and you won't).Maybe you took…

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  • 4 Reasons Career Changers Benefit from Upskilling

    For career changers and returning moms, upskilling isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the power move that turns your next chapter from meh to magnificent. Whether you’re diving into a new industry (hello, graphic design!) or making a triumphant return to the workforce, refreshing your skills can mean the difference between "We’ll keep your résumé on…

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  • 4 Financial Moves To Help Mompreneurs Improve Work-Life Balance

    Around one in three small business owners in the U.S. are moms, a recent study showed. As an e-commerce business owner, I can easily understand why. It's one of the best careers for busy moms. Flexibility is hands-down the best part of owning my own business—it’s what allows me to achieve a semblance of work-life…

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  • 5 Work-Life Strategies for Re-Entering the Workforce

    Re-entering the workforce after a career break can feel like stepping onto a moving treadmill—set to sprint. But don’t worry, you’ve already mastered the art of negotiation (ever tried getting a toddler to wear shoes?) and crisis management (diaper blowouts in public, anyone?).If you can relate to the paragraph above in any way, you're in…

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  • Top 5 High-Paying Job Sectors for Moms

    Balancing a career and motherhood can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re considering getting back into the workforce or transitioning to a new field. But I've got some good news for you. As a mom who has successfully transitioned into several new job sectors for moms over the last decade, I can say it's entirely possible.Not…

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  • How to Navigate Office Politics as a New Mother – 4 Useful Tips

    You've just returned from maternity leave. The office feels...different. People who used to chat with you now seem distant. That project you led? Someone else is running it. Welcome to navigating office politics as a new mother returning to work, otherwise known as the "motherhood penalty" – where working mothers earn significantly less than their child-free…

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  • How to Post a Resume on LinkedIn

    In today’s digital world, LinkedIn isn’t just an online resume – it’s your virtual front door to endless career opportunities. But how do you ensure that, among the millions of profiles, recruiters stop on yours and think, ‘This is the one!’? Learning how to post a resume on LinkedIn can be a powerful tool, but…

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  • 6 Critical Steps to Highlight Stay-at-Home Mom Duties on Your Resume

    Are you struggling to effectively highlight your stay-at-home mom duties on your resume? Returning to the workforce after being a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) can seem daunting, especially when it comes to updating your resume. I know because I've been there personally! It's super intimidating. However, it's important to keep in mind that the skills you've…

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