The beginning of a career break can be a strange mix of emotions. You might feel excited about the change and hopeful about what this new season will bring. At the same time, it can also feel a little chaotic. The structure that once shaped your days is suddenly gone, and you may find yourself wondering how to navigate this new rhythm of life. If you're a parent or caregiver stepping away from the paid workforce, this transition can feel even more significant. You're moving i

Deciding to take a career break is a HUGE decision and one that isn't openly talked about. And that lack of conversation can make it feel like you have to figure everything out on your own. Like everyone else somehow knows what they’re doing and you’re the only one second-guessing every step. You’re not. Before I stepped away from my own career, there were a few things I wish I'd known and done ahead of time. And today I'm going to share them with you. 1. Know Your Why (Go B

There are plenty of resources out there on how to write the perfect resume or how to nail an interview. But there’s one part of returning to work after a career break that doesn’t get nearly enough attention. The mental part. When I returned to work after my own career break, I had a lot of thoughts and feelings I wasn’t prepared for. Doubt. Fear. Guilt. And honestly, I thought I was alone. Until I started to talking to other women and realized women from all walks of life we

If you’ve taken a career break to care for your kids, your parents, or a loved one, you already know this: People have opinions Most of them are wrong There are so many assumptions wrapped up in career breaks. Some are subtle. Some are loud. And some are so deeply ingrained that we start believing them ourselves. Today, I want to bust seven of the most common myths, some of which I unfortunately bought into before I took my own career break. Myth #1: Taking a Career Break Is