From the course: Returning to Work with a Resume Gap

Set yourself up for a successful career return

From the course: Returning to Work with a Resume Gap

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Set yourself up for a successful career return

- If you've taken a career break, even a brief one, returning to the workplace can feel daunting. And the truth is, there are challenges. But you can overcome them. - You're probably wondering which job boards to trust or should I even be using a job board? Who should I network with? How should I format my resume and LinkedIn profile? And most importantly, what will make me stand out among the hundreds or even thousands of applicants for each open position? - Yes, job searching is tough, even in the best of times, with perfect clarity and a winning resume. But what if you're not sure where you fit in? Or what if your resume features a big open space where you took a career break? Navigating your way back with a career gap can make a tough process seem impossible. - But we promise you, it's not. Hi, I'm Kelley Biskupiak. - And I'm Susan Rietano Davey. And Kelley and I are cofounders and owners of Prepare to Launch You, a learning company that guides professionals through important work-life transitions. - Susan and I both took career breaks and successfully made our way back to bigger and better things. And in our combined 30 years of experience, we've helped over 1,000 professionals do the same. - [Susan] In our course, we'll lead you step by step through planning and executing a successful career return that meets your professional and personal goals. - [Kelley] We've been in your shoes, and we know you're anxious to get moving. So we make it easy for you with helpful guides, scripts, and templates. - Returning to work with a career gap can feel overwhelming, especially if you try to do it alone. - So don't. Join us inside this exciting course, and you'll be back to work in no time.

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