APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après
WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
5 STEPS TO AN EFFECTIVE NETWORKING EMAIL When it comes to job searching, reaching out to former colleagues, friends, and acquaintances is just as important as polishing your resume. These contacts can update you on advances in your industry, and connect you with other people who are actively working in your field of interest, too. 21 RETURNSHIPS TO KNOW ABOUT NOW 21 Returnships To Know About Now. Returnships are one of the best ways to get back into the job market after a career break for caregiving. They are highly competitive but the payoff is usually big. We have gathered a list of some of our favorite returnship programs, otherwise known as internships for people returning to work after a career 4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR WORK DO THESE 5 THINGS They know that taking time to have fun is what keeps them productive. 5. They ask for help: Trying to do it all on your own is a surefire way to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable and demotivated. People who love their work tend to be willing to reach out for help – whether that’s outsourcing the stuff they don’t like to do (so they
5 WAYS TO TEST THE WATERS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Start Freelancing. Moonlighting—making money in addition to maintaining a full-time job—is on the rise. In fact, 4 in 10 Americans having a side hustle, according to 2018 data from Bankrate. On average, these side hustlers are making $686 each month—allowing them to reap the benefits of learning how to be a business owner and extra income.
WHEN TO ASK FOR FLEXIBILITY DURING INTERVIEW PROCESS Answer: Congratulations on the interview! And good for you for keeping your skills sharp during your career break. Now that you are at the interview stage, your top priority is getting the offer. Spend your time communicating your relevant skills and accomplishments so you can demonstrate the value you will bring to their organization. APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
5 STEPS TO AN EFFECTIVE NETWORKING EMAIL When it comes to job searching, reaching out to former colleagues, friends, and acquaintances is just as important as polishing your resume. These contacts can update you on advances in your industry, and connect you with other people who are actively working in your field of interest, too. 21 RETURNSHIPS TO KNOW ABOUT NOW 21 Returnships To Know About Now. Returnships are one of the best ways to get back into the job market after a career break for caregiving. They are highly competitive but the payoff is usually big. We have gathered a list of some of our favorite returnship programs, otherwise known as internships for people returning to work after a career 4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR WORK DO THESE 5 THINGS They know that taking time to have fun is what keeps them productive. 5. They ask for help: Trying to do it all on your own is a surefire way to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable and demotivated. People who love their work tend to be willing to reach out for help – whether that’s outsourcing the stuff they don’t like to do (so they
5 WAYS TO TEST THE WATERS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Start Freelancing. Moonlighting—making money in addition to maintaining a full-time job—is on the rise. In fact, 4 in 10 Americans having a side hustle, according to 2018 data from Bankrate. On average, these side hustlers are making $686 each month—allowing them to reap the benefits of learning how to be a business owner and extra income.
WHEN TO ASK FOR FLEXIBILITY DURING INTERVIEW PROCESS Answer: Congratulations on the interview! And good for you for keeping your skills sharp during your career break. Now that you are at the interview stage, your top priority is getting the offer. Spend your time communicating your relevant skills and accomplishments so you can demonstrate the value you will bring to their organization. A CAREER RESOURCE FOR MOTHERS RETURNING WORK Après connects you with others who understand what you’re going through —from watching inspiring success stories to sharing triumphs (and missteps), you’ll find like-minded people to walk the path. Après improves gender diversity. We are working with companies across a broad array of industries to promote the value of your talent. WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! HIRE | APRÈS HIRE
Après is a digital recruiting platform that connects women looking to return to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to FIND A CAREER COACH
Stacey is the leader of Après and co-author of Your Turn: Careers, Kids and Comebacks--A Working Mother's Guide. Career coach specializing in women navigating career and motherhood. She consults with individuals considering career breaks and advises companies on how to retain mothers at work. Retaining Mothers @ Work Expert & Consultant.
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Après connects women returning to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to help women successfully navigate career and motherhood, including coaching and exclusive content. 12 STEPS TO GET YOU BACK TO WORK STEP 2: Give yourself plenty of time. Unless you need to go back to work immediately for financial reasons, start your process well in advance of when you think you will be ready to work (we think six months is good). Realize it can take months to find a job (on average it takes 16 weeks). Set benchmarks and goals during this period. TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. PRINCIPAL GIFTS WRITER NRDC is seeking a Principal Gifts Writer to be responsible for developing effective fundraising materials aimed at donors and prospects inclined and capable of $5M+ investments in our work.This includes concept notes and proposals, reports, project budgets and narratives, and financial reports—for a range of current and prospective Principal Gifts donors, wealth advisors, fund managers, and
KASS LAZEROW: THE STARTUP MAMA WHO SHE IS: Kass Lazerow LOCATION: New York City SUCCESS STORY: Working with my husband the past 16 years, building Golf.com, Buddy Media, Lazerow Ventures WORK SCHEDULE: Early morning, afternoon and late night! KIDS: Myles (12), Cole (9.5) and Vivian (6.5) SANITY VICE: Hillstone’s spinach and artichoke dip at least once per week RECENT SMART READ: Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping 5 TED TALKS YOU MUST WATCH ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE 2. “How to Make Work-Life Balance Work” by Nigel Marsh. As an author and marketer (he’s the man behind Fit, Fifty and Fired-Up and Fat, Forty and Fired), Marsh believes that it’s up to you to balance your own life, not your employer.“ If you don’t design your life, someone else will design it for you, and you may just not like their idea of balance,” he says. APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
5 STEPS TO AN EFFECTIVE NETWORKING EMAIL When it comes to job searching, reaching out to former colleagues, friends, and acquaintances is just as important as polishing your resume. These contacts can update you on advances in your industry, and connect you with other people who are actively working in your field of interest, too. 21 RETURNSHIPS TO KNOW ABOUT NOW 21 Returnships To Know About Now. Returnships are one of the best ways to get back into the job market after a career break for caregiving. They are highly competitive but the payoff is usually big. We have gathered a list of some of our favorite returnship programs, otherwise known as internships for people returning to work after a career 4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR WORK DO THESE 5 THINGS They know that taking time to have fun is what keeps them productive. 5. They ask for help: Trying to do it all on your own is a surefire way to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable and demotivated. People who love their work tend to be willing to reach out for help – whether that’s outsourcing the stuff they don’t like to do (so they
5 WAYS TO TEST THE WATERS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Start Freelancing. Moonlighting—making money in addition to maintaining a full-time job—is on the rise. In fact, 4 in 10 Americans having a side hustle, according to 2018 data from Bankrate. On average, these side hustlers are making $686 each month—allowing them to reap the benefits of learning how to be a business owner and extra income.
WHEN TO ASK FOR FLEXIBILITY DURING INTERVIEW PROCESS Answer: Congratulations on the interview! And good for you for keeping your skills sharp during your career break. Now that you are at the interview stage, your top priority is getting the offer. Spend your time communicating your relevant skills and accomplishments so you can demonstrate the value you will bring to their organization. APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
5 STEPS TO AN EFFECTIVE NETWORKING EMAIL When it comes to job searching, reaching out to former colleagues, friends, and acquaintances is just as important as polishing your resume. These contacts can update you on advances in your industry, and connect you with other people who are actively working in your field of interest, too. 21 RETURNSHIPS TO KNOW ABOUT NOW 21 Returnships To Know About Now. Returnships are one of the best ways to get back into the job market after a career break for caregiving. They are highly competitive but the payoff is usually big. We have gathered a list of some of our favorite returnship programs, otherwise known as internships for people returning to work after a career 4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR WORK DO THESE 5 THINGS They know that taking time to have fun is what keeps them productive. 5. They ask for help: Trying to do it all on your own is a surefire way to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable and demotivated. People who love their work tend to be willing to reach out for help – whether that’s outsourcing the stuff they don’t like to do (so they
5 WAYS TO TEST THE WATERS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Start Freelancing. Moonlighting—making money in addition to maintaining a full-time job—is on the rise. In fact, 4 in 10 Americans having a side hustle, according to 2018 data from Bankrate. On average, these side hustlers are making $686 each month—allowing them to reap the benefits of learning how to be a business owner and extra income.
WHEN TO ASK FOR FLEXIBILITY DURING INTERVIEW PROCESS Answer: Congratulations on the interview! And good for you for keeping your skills sharp during your career break. Now that you are at the interview stage, your top priority is getting the offer. Spend your time communicating your relevant skills and accomplishments so you can demonstrate the value you will bring to their organization. A CAREER RESOURCE FOR MOTHERS RETURNING WORK Après connects you with others who understand what you’re going through —from watching inspiring success stories to sharing triumphs (and missteps), you’ll find like-minded people to walk the path. Après improves gender diversity. We are working with companies across a broad array of industries to promote the value of your talent. WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! HIRE | APRÈS HIRE
Après is a digital recruiting platform that connects women looking to return to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to FIND A CAREER COACH
Stacey is the leader of Après and co-author of Your Turn: Careers, Kids and Comebacks--A Working Mother's Guide. Career coach specializing in women navigating career and motherhood. She consults with individuals considering career breaks and advises companies on how to retain mothers at work. Retaining Mothers @ Work Expert & Consultant.
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Après connects women returning to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to help women successfully navigate career and motherhood, including coaching and exclusive content. 12 STEPS TO GET YOU BACK TO WORK STEP 2: Give yourself plenty of time. Unless you need to go back to work immediately for financial reasons, start your process well in advance of when you think you will be ready to work (we think six months is good). Realize it can take months to find a job (on average it takes 16 weeks). Set benchmarks and goals during this period. TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. PRINCIPAL GIFTS WRITER NRDC is seeking a Principal Gifts Writer to be responsible for developing effective fundraising materials aimed at donors and prospects inclined and capable of $5M+ investments in our work.This includes concept notes and proposals, reports, project budgets and narratives, and financial reports—for a range of current and prospective Principal Gifts donors, wealth advisors, fund managers, and
KASS LAZEROW: THE STARTUP MAMA WHO SHE IS: Kass Lazerow LOCATION: New York City SUCCESS STORY: Working with my husband the past 16 years, building Golf.com, Buddy Media, Lazerow Ventures WORK SCHEDULE: Early morning, afternoon and late night! KIDS: Myles (12), Cole (9.5) and Vivian (6.5) SANITY VICE: Hillstone’s spinach and artichoke dip at least once per week RECENT SMART READ: Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping 5 TED TALKS YOU MUST WATCH ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE 2. “How to Make Work-Life Balance Work” by Nigel Marsh. As an author and marketer (he’s the man behind Fit, Fifty and Fired-Up and Fat, Forty and Fired), Marsh believes that it’s up to you to balance your own life, not your employer.“ If you don’t design your life, someone else will design it for you, and you may just not like their idea of balance,” he says. APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après A CAREER RESOURCE FOR MOTHERS RETURNING WORK Après connects you with others who understand what you’re going through —from watching inspiring success stories to sharing triumphs (and missteps), you’ll find like-minded people to walk the path. Après improves gender diversity. We are working with companies across a broad array of industries to promote the value of your talent. WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! OPPORTUNITIES
Après connects women returning to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to help women successfully navigate career and motherhood, including coaching and exclusive content. 12 STEPS TO GET YOU BACK TO WORK STEP 2: Give yourself plenty of time. Unless you need to go back to work immediately for financial reasons, start your process well in advance of when you think you will be ready to work (we think six months is good). Realize it can take months to find a job (on average it takes 16 weeks). Set benchmarks and goals during this period. HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. 4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
5 WAYS TO TEST THE WATERS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Start Freelancing. Moonlighting—making money in addition to maintaining a full-time job—is on the rise. In fact, 4 in 10 Americans having a side hustle, according to 2018 data from Bankrate. On average, these side hustlers are making $686 each month—allowing them to reap the benefits of learning how to be a business owner and extra income.
PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR WORK DO THESE 5 THINGS They know that taking time to have fun is what keeps them productive. 5. They ask for help: Trying to do it all on your own is a surefire way to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable and demotivated. People who love their work tend to be willing to reach out for help – whether that’s outsourcing the stuff they don’t like to do (so they
APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après A CAREER RESOURCE FOR MOTHERS RETURNING WORK Après connects you with others who understand what you’re going through —from watching inspiring success stories to sharing triumphs (and missteps), you’ll find like-minded people to walk the path. Après improves gender diversity. We are working with companies across a broad array of industries to promote the value of your talent. WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! OPPORTUNITIES
Après connects women returning to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to help women successfully navigate career and motherhood, including coaching and exclusive content. 12 STEPS TO GET YOU BACK TO WORK STEP 2: Give yourself plenty of time. Unless you need to go back to work immediately for financial reasons, start your process well in advance of when you think you will be ready to work (we think six months is good). Realize it can take months to find a job (on average it takes 16 weeks). Set benchmarks and goals during this period. HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. 4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
5 WAYS TO TEST THE WATERS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Start Freelancing. Moonlighting—making money in addition to maintaining a full-time job—is on the rise. In fact, 4 in 10 Americans having a side hustle, according to 2018 data from Bankrate. On average, these side hustlers are making $686 each month—allowing them to reap the benefits of learning how to be a business owner and extra income.
PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR WORK DO THESE 5 THINGS They know that taking time to have fun is what keeps them productive. 5. They ask for help: Trying to do it all on your own is a surefire way to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable and demotivated. People who love their work tend to be willing to reach out for help – whether that’s outsourcing the stuff they don’t like to do (so they
A CAREER RESOURCE FOR MOTHERS RETURNING WORK Après connects you with others who understand what you’re going through —from watching inspiring success stories to sharing triumphs (and missteps), you’ll find like-minded people to walk the path. Après improves gender diversity. We are working with companies across a broad array of industries to promote the value of your talent. WELCOME TO APRÈS!
A resource for women navigating career and motherhood -- seeking flexible work or returning to work. Join us! HIRE | APRÈS HIRE
Après is a digital recruiting platform that connects women looking to return to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to FIND A CAREER COACH
Stacey is the leader of Après and co-author of Your Turn: Careers, Kids and Comebacks--A Working Mother's Guide. Career coach specializing in women navigating career and motherhood. She consults with individuals considering career breaks and advises companies on how to retain mothers at work. Retaining Mothers @ Work Expert & Consultant.
12 STEPS TO GET YOU BACK TO WORK STEP 2: Give yourself plenty of time. Unless you need to go back to work immediately for financial reasons, start your process well in advance of when you think you will be ready to work (we think six months is good). Realize it can take months to find a job (on average it takes 16 weeks). Set benchmarks and goals during this period. TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. KASS LAZEROW: THE STARTUP MAMA WHO SHE IS: Kass Lazerow LOCATION: New York City SUCCESS STORY: Working with my husband the past 16 years, building Golf.com, Buddy Media, Lazerow Ventures WORK SCHEDULE: Early morning, afternoon and late night! KIDS: Myles (12), Cole (9.5) and Vivian (6.5) SANITY VICE: Hillstone’s spinach and artichoke dip at least once per week RECENT SMART READ: Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping HOW TO TELL IF THE COMPANY IS A GOOD FIT FOR YOU 5. At the final stages of the interview process, ask for a peer interview. Bissot says that a peer interview will help give you a sense of what it’s really like to work there. “Senior leaders tend to have a different view of the environment and they know how to pitch the company,” she
RETURNSHIP: SOFTWARE ENGINEER THE J2 RESTART PROGRAM. Have you taken some extended time away from your career in support of family or personal obligations? At Ookla, we know that career pauses are sometimes the best way for us to support our family and loved ones. 5 TED TALKS YOU MUST WATCH ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE 2. “How to Make Work-Life Balance Work” by Nigel Marsh. As an author and marketer (he’s the man behind Fit, Fifty and Fired-Up and Fat, Forty and Fired), Marsh believes that it’s up to you to balance your own life, not your employer.“ If you don’t design your life, someone else will design it for you, and you may just not like their idea of balance,” he says. APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après HIRE | APRÈS HIRE
Après is a digital recruiting platform that connects women looking to return to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to OPPORTUNITIES
Après connects women returning to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to help women successfully navigate career and motherhood, including coaching and exclusive content. TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. PROSPECT MANAGER, PRINCIPAL GIFTS The Prospect Manager, Principal Gifts will contribute to all aspects of the Principal Gifts team functions. PRINCIPAL GIFTS WRITER NRDC is seeking a Principal Gifts Writer to be responsible for developing effective fundraising materials aimed at donors and prospects inclined and capable of $5M+ investments in our work.This includes concept notes and proposals, reports, project budgets and narratives, and financial reports—for a range of current and prospective Principal Gifts donors, wealth advisors, fund managers, and
15 FRESH JOBS FOR WORKING MOMS LOOKING TO RETURN TO WORK This week’s jobs feature two new opportunities with family-friendly companies. Be sure to email us at contact@apresgroup.com, once you have applied or with questions, so we can alert the hiring managers. HOW TO TELL IF THE COMPANY IS A GOOD FIT FOR YOU 5. At the final stages of the interview process, ask for a peer interview. Bissot says that a peer interview will help give you a sense of what it’s really like to work there. “Senior leaders tend to have a different view of the environment and they know how to pitch the company,” she
4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
5 TED TALKS YOU MUST WATCH ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE 2. “How to Make Work-Life Balance Work” by Nigel Marsh. As an author and marketer (he’s the man behind Fit, Fifty and Fired-Up and Fat, Forty and Fired), Marsh believes that it’s up to you to balance your own life, not your employer.“ If you don’t design your life, someone else will design it for you, and you may just not like their idea of balance,” he says. APRÈS | RETURNING MOTHERS TO WORKJOBSRESOURCESCOACHINGWEBINARSUPSKILLINGNEWSLETTER Testimonials. "Après is the only site where we've been able to find high-caliber, successful, passionate and driven women who happen to have gaps in their resumes. Viyet is happy to welcome these women back into the workforce!" Jennifer Koen VP Business Development, Viyet. "We were amazed at how easy the on-boarding process was with Après HIRE | APRÈS HIRE
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Après connects women returning to the workforce with full- and part-time jobs, short-term projects, maternity fill-in positions etc. Après offers tools to help women successfully navigate career and motherhood, including coaching and exclusive content. TUNING INTO YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS 4) Give yourself some space. Identifying what makes you unique is a process, and it’s one that can take time, especially if you’ve spent years doing what you thought you “should” do rather than what truly makes you happy. Give yourself some time and space to uncover your strengths and make it a daily practice. 15 FRESH JOBS FOR WORKING MOMS LOOKING TO RETURN TO WORK This week’s jobs feature two new opportunities with family-friendly companies. Be sure to email us at contact@apresgroup.com, once you have applied or with questions, so we can alert the hiring managers. HOW TO TELL IF THE COMPANY IS A GOOD FIT FOR YOU 5. At the final stages of the interview process, ask for a peer interview. Bissot says that a peer interview will help give you a sense of what it’s really like to work there. “Senior leaders tend to have a different view of the environment and they know how to pitch the company,” she
4 RULES FOR RECEIVING FEEDBACK AT WORK Avoid Becoming Defensive. It’s human nature to want to defend ourselves in the face of criticism. But while “questioning to probe examples of positive and negative behaviors is fine, defensiveness is not,” says Sharon Jautz, director of talent acquisition at Sandow Media. “If the feedback is negative, it’s important that the employee
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HOW TO TELL YOUR PARTNER YOU WANT TO QUIT YOUR JOB 5) Express your gratitude. Like I said, it can feel scary for the partner because this whole process can feel out of their control, so just expressing your gratitude for any bit of support you get from them, even if it’s just sitting down to have this conversation, can also go a long way. And consider how your partner most likes to receive
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