Your Secret Weapon for Getting Back to Work
Returning to the workforce can feel overwhelming–especially if it’s been a while since you were last employed. But this time, you’ve got something that likely didn’t exist the last time you were job hunting–AI tools. You may be thinking, But I’m not that technical. I wouldn’t even know where to start. Well, if you’ve used a […]
Take the job. Even if it stings a little.
I applied to 88 jobs. Eighty-eight. And I heard back from exactly zero of them. So when the founders of KT Tape finally offered me a job, I said yes. I had been introduced to the founders by my brother. I wasn’t expecting a job offer. I was just hoping they would introduce me to […]
The Technology Fear Nobody Talks About When Returning to Work
My biggest fear when returning to the workforce wasn’t my lack of experience. It was the fact that I didn’t really know any computer programs. You see, the internet hadn’t even existed when I became a mom and left my full-time job. I knew how to do Microsoft Word and Microsoft Publisher and that was […]
When You Don’t Believe You Are Capable of More
After divorce and an 18-year career gap, a single mother of five went back to school for her MBA at 45. Learn how to overcome self-doubt, rebuild confidence, restart your career, and pursue big goals later in life.
5 Confidence-Building Habits for Women Returning to Work
When I decided to step back into the workforce after years away, I wasn’t focused on “building confidence.” I was just trying to get through the day without feeling like I didn’t belong. I applied for things even when I wasn’t sure I was ready. I said yes to informational interviews that made me nervous. […]
How to Build a Network After Years at Home
One of the biggest mistakes I see mothers make when returning to the workforce is waiting too long to start building relationships. We think we’ll network when we’re ready. When the resume is done. When we feel more confident. When we actually need a job. By then, it already feels uncomfortable, and urgent, and transactional. People […]
Your Career Gap isn’t a Confession. It’s a Chapter.
Struggling to explain time away from work? Learn how to confidently talk about your employment gap without over-explaining or apologizing. Reframe your story, highlight your value, and show hiring managers you’re ready for what’s next.
The Power of Saying Yes
You don’t need to feel ready to take the next step. Saying yes to something hard can build confidence, open unexpected doors, and change your life. Learn why borrowing belief from others can help you move forward before you fully believe in yourself.
Stop Waiting to Be Found and Start Showing Up
Returning to the workforce? Stop waiting to feel ready. Learn how to use LinkedIn to build visibility, communicate your value, and create real opportunities. Simple, practical steps to help you show up, get noticed, and move forward with confidence.
You Already Know What You Should Do. So Why Are You Still Not Moving?
You have a goal. Maybe it’s refreshing your resume. Maybe it’s sending one email to someone in your old network. Maybe it’s signing up for that certification course you bookmarked six months ago. You know exactly what the next step is. And yet, you do nothing. The tab stays open. The week passes. You tell […]