Not a Smooth Road for Women Re-entering Work

Not a Smooth Road for Women Re-entering Work
By Shweta LK
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UBS and Wharton have designed a program to support women who are planning on re-entering the work force, being held from Mar. 3 to Mar. 5 in Philadelphia this could be your opportunity to learn from the leaders and counselors if you are around the area. See details here. According to their studies: Recent studies seem to suggest that there are a number of obstacles that women face when returning to the workforce, including a diminished network and challenging family policies. They must co

According to their studies:
Recent studies seem to suggest that there are a number of obstacles that women face when returning to the workforce, including a diminished network and challenging family policies. They must contend with a changing business environment — including technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the effects of mergers/acquisitions. These challenges, as well as personal and family issues, are hurdles that can be overcome with the right preparation and support.

The challenges and obstacles may be out there but it is possible to navigate through them with the right planning and skills set analysis. Seek advice from professionals and also read the many articles around if you feel stuck in your job search. The 21st century must see a paradigm shift for working mothers towards work-life balance issues. More and more women are demanding it now. You get what you ask for and this is true for anything and everything (exceptions apart), when you know what you want that could make you feel fulfilled in your life and career, you can find your way to it.

But stop and analyze what you do today and what you want in future is / will be making you happy or more flustered with more things on your plate than you can handle?

Knowing your priorities is the key to being satisfied.
Something's gotta give. Even if you make less money than you did before in a full-time job, weigh out making lesser dough to being able to spend more time with your family and kids, what are your priorities? If less work and more time with kids are a priority right now, then perhaps a part-time job could be ideal for you.
If money is the major concern, then search for an option that lets you lead a balanced life as well, yes it is tough – but not impossible.

Know your priorities, be patient and ready to spend some time looking around and researching for jobs/ careers that best suit you – and you shall find them.

Keywords: overcome hurdles for women career, part-time job, returning to the workforce, Women Re-entering Work

Biography

Career coach in Bay Area. Specializes in career coaching for women re-entering the workforce. Visit http://careerbright.com Her blog http://careerbright.blogspot.com is listed as one of the best career websites by CHIMBY.

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Article Discussion: Not a Smooth Road for Women Re-entering Work

Shweta LK posted at 26-Mar-07 12:21

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What are the main obstacles that a woman re-entering the workforce faces? What rules most in this big step in rejoining the workforce? Is it more to do with mental preparation or the "physical" prepartion of getting the job search plan in place and resume updated and getting more skills?

Any comments?

Question about preparing a resume after staying at home for 18 years.

melisa morris replied to Shweta LK at 30-Apr-07 08:02

I received a question from Olga regarding resume preparation for women trying to get back into the workforce after being a home maker for 18 years. Her question is below:

How does a stay home mom of 18 years prepare a resume? I am 40 and my children are now in High School, pretty self sufficient, and I've gotten rather bored with just playing tennis. I've volunteered for years since I am bilingual in Spanish but I think I am ready to more. I am considering applying for Delta Airlines, as they are coming out of chapter 11, I understand they will be hiring. I love to travel and work with people, so I thought this to be a good fit. I'm having difficulty preparing a resume, and would like your advice. Thank you for your attention in this matter."

I was hoping one of our moderators or knowledgeable readers could offer her some advice.

A resume with no previous experience

Shweta LK replied to melisa morris at 01-May-07 03:05

You have some right contents for your resume right here in your question. You have your abilities and interest defined that is whatdefines a good strong resume.
Add your volunteering experience - it counts as work experience.
Add testimonials from those you have volunteered.
Show how you would be an asset to the company.
Have a targeted approach - project yourself in a confident light
Once you do all these steps you have a resume that does not ask for experience..
believe in yourself and show your employers how you can be a benefit to the company and they would hire you without asking for a lot of experience.
Please also read some similar articles on my blog: http://careerbright.blogspot.com
Best Wishes!