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TIPS for returning to work after a career break
How many mothers who have taken a career break to raise their
family have
found themselves at the school gate discussing whether it’s possible to return to work?
Amanda Seabrook, 39 year-old mother of 3 and founder of Workpond, the online job site for flexible work, was in the same position only 2 years ago. Prior to having children, Amanda worked in the world of finance as an Investment Analyst. She decided to take a career break and face the challenge of raising a family head on. 9 years on, she is championing the principle that there is a lot of wasted talent, in particular amongst women who find it hard to get back into the right level of employment due to family commitments. Her aim is for Workpond to make it simple and affordable for businesses to access professional talent flexibly and hence help parents by improving access to flexible employment.
Many inspirational companies embrace a flexible working culture. They understand that by hiring flexibly, they can benefit from higher productivity and lower costs whilst generating goodwill. So, if you are thinking about getting back into work, how do you improve your chances?
• Give your confidence a boost: Lack of confidence is the single biggest issue for mums returning to work. Don’t let it get the better of you.
Calling
all budding mini–thespians!
PGL Adventure Holidays are all about your child gaining confidence, having fun and making new friends.
Well, if you’ve got any potential Larrys or Dame Judis running around at home then PGL’s brand new Stage Right holiday is just the thing. Your children will have the opportunity to work with their specialist coaching partners
learning how to act, take part in improvisations, study theatre skills and be taught other acting activities by a qualified drama coach. Go online at
pgl.co.uk or call 0844 371 2424 to request a brochure.
There are six Lottie dolls to collect and three accessory sets. Lottie dolls are available to buy on amazon; £16.99 (dolls) and £7.99 (accessory sets) but with thanks to makers Arklu, Mum’s Survival Guide readers can obtain a special 20% discount off your Lottie purchase – simply enter SURVIVAL at checkout
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• Don’t undersell yourself. Many returning to work underestimate what they can offer a business. Through raising children, you will have developed new skills in organisation, negotiation techniques and management that you may not even realise you have.
• Update your CV. Include any voluntary work.
• Rebuild your network online via LinkedIn or Facebook, but also check out networking groups in your area.
• Reskill – reassess what you enjoy doing – training will help rebuild your confidence.
• Be flexible – you can’t rely on a business to bend entirely around your needs – you too need to be flexible.
• Make sure you have the support of family. There will be the inevitable juggling if you and your partner are both working.
• Make sure you are happy with your childcare arrangements. There’s nothing worse than being unable to work when you need to.
• Believe in yourself and GO FOR IT!
To find out more, visit the Workpond website at
www.workpond.co.uk
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