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Empty Nester? Get a Gig!

We Baby Boomers, the intensity generation, have hurled our hearts and souls into every life chapter. As the first generation to choose when to become parents, we became passionate parents, elevating parenting to the apex of Maslow’s Hierarchy, playing Mozart to make our children “smarter” in utero. Then we became…

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Is Age Just a State of Mind?

Age is a top concern for relaunchers. This is the case for relaunchers of all ages, because whether age is going to be an issue depends on more than just your actual age – it can also depend on your industry, the length of your break, and whether you are…

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A Strong Relaunch Starts With Knowing What Matters To You

Making the decision to relaunch your career is the start of a new phase of life – a phase full of opportunity, excitement and perhaps some apprehension and hesitation. This is natural. It is a significant decision and you may be anxious to get it right.

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Unique Value Propositions

“Humans are complex, and our personalities form through a lifetime of diverse experiences. You have a Unique Selling Point, or USP, that sets you apart from others who do similar work...Your USP is a critical part of your brand in a job search. No matter what your profession or background,…

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The 4 most effective job searching tips that no one tells you

Don't relaunch alone! Join our growing relauncher communities on Facebook and LinkedIn. For more great advice and guidance on your relaunch and to receive updates on when return to work programs are accepting applications, events for relaunchers and more, be sure to sign up for our Return to Work Report…

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Are You Doing What You Do Best?

Relaunching your career can be overwhelming at times, and you may feel stuck at one (or more!) of the steps along the way. When you feel this way, take a few minutes to reflect on the building blocks that make up all that you offer: your values, interests, experience,…

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Lessons from My Own Relaunch

So, I got an MBA, then a fast-track career, then a spouse and family. Then I did what a lot of women do – I left the workforce. When I left, I had no idea if I’d ever collect another paycheck. Then I got scared that even if I wanted…

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Use Your Strengths to Relaunch

Relaunching your career can be overwhelming at times, especially if you do not know where to begin or you are stuck at one of the steps along the way. These trying times don’t help, as it isn’t always possible to get out from behind the computer, attend meetings, and see…

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Returning to Work Without a Formal RTW Program

But recruiters and hiring managers were resistant, “Sometimes you’re … perceived to be overqualified. Often, you’re up against equally qualified candidates who do not have an 8-year career break,” she says. But Jennifer showed her resilience.

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Is Your Relaunch Recipe Missing This Key Ingredient?

Relaunching is kind of like baking. It requires a set of ingredients for a great outcome: a self assessment process, a great strategy, a polished resume and Linked In profile, a compelling narrative, and intangibles like confidence and a sense of curiosity. One additional ingredient, however, can elevate…

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