As the new year approaches we reflect on the past year. It seems like only yesterday that we began searching, networking and looking for that one job so we could say “I am back at work!” Some of us have found that “one” job and others are taking advantage of the new gig economy andContinueContinue reading “Reflections on 2018”
Author Archives: Clare Graham
We’ve Got This — You can do it!
Time flies as they say. It has been a year since our group at We’ve Got This came together to talk about going back to work, grow our networks and strategize about finding that “one job”it takes to say I have gone back to work. Looking back on the year, it started for me byContinueContinue reading “We’ve Got This — You can do it!”
Summer words to live by
Summer is hot in New England this year and we think it’s time for a quick post to keep us all moving forward. We share some of our favorite quotes that motivate us or help us through a tough day. We proudly help each other. As we make choices about employment whether that is returningContinueContinue reading “Summer words to live by”
Finding a New Rhythm
Going back to work meant life would change, not only for me but for my family and friends. I would no longer be available for that Monday fast walk with a friend and our dogs to catch up on life. The phone calls from my college aged kids might not get answered for a fewContinueContinue reading “Finding a New Rhythm”
Back to Work – What’s it like?
The calendar said it had been 19 years since I held traditional paid full time work. Those years were filled with family and friends, part-time work, volunteer experiences and elected roles but along the way I yearned to be back at work. Eventually, I tick that box and the goal was achieved, I was offered andContinueContinue reading “Back to Work – What’s it like?”
Be Ready for the Unforeseen Opportunity
Sitting at the kitchen table, staring at my laptop, what do I do next to find a job?Networking through online job postings, informational interviews. Pop! My Facebook feed shows reacHIRE – an organization to help women re-enter the workforce is offering a “Resume” workshop and a “PowerUp” workshop to prepare to go back to work. It sounds interesting,ContinueContinue reading “Be Ready for the Unforeseen Opportunity”
Back to Work Wardrobe-What’s right for you?
There are five core members of our blog group and while we talk about what’s current in both the business casual and more formal wardrobe sense we haven’t jumped at the chance to write about it. Why is that? Do we shy away from the topic because fashion can be perceived as a “women’s topic”ContinueContinue reading “Back to Work Wardrobe-What’s right for you?”
It’s the holidays and workplaces have slowed down, what can you do to boost your job search?
It’s nearing year end and the holidays are around the corner -in the back of your mind is the nagging question -what should I be doing to move my job search forward? Keep it simple as there are many competing demands this time of year. Family, friend, neighborhood and work parties all present opportunities toContinueContinue reading “It’s the holidays and workplaces have slowed down, what can you do to boost your job search?”
Office Technology -somethings remain the same while some of it seems so new
Are you wondering if your technology skills are up to date? While out of the workforce we have used technology at home or in our volunteer and part-time roles. Many of us have learned to use the software and apps our children are using to communicate. How do we ensure our technology skills are upContinueContinue reading “Office Technology -somethings remain the same while some of it seems so new”
How did we get here? Now that we have a blog, what’s our look?
We talked, laughed and shared ideas for weeks and months. It was time to put all this discussion to work not only for us but for other women. We were women supporting, trusting, engaging, and challenging each other. As we chatted, Susan said, we need a blog! The blog would give us a way toContinueContinue reading “How did we get here? Now that we have a blog, what’s our look?”
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