WE'VE GOT THIS

I was talking with some fellow women returners, well not really talking more like corresponding. We were messaging each other. Frustration with the lack of progress in finding a job was one of our topics. Something we certainly can all relate to. It got me thinking about a previous post  Never Give Up! How to Keep a Positive Attitude . It's so hard to remain optimistic when you have spent months, maybe even years, trying to re-enter the paid workforce in a position comparable to where you were when you left. Frustration takes hold and your self-confidence plummets. Your inner roommate fills your mind with self-doubt and unhelpfull thoughts that what you are doing is a waste of time.   Look, there is no easy recipe to staying optimistic when your streak of rejection stretches into months or even years. No amount of "keep your chin up" from well meaning family and friends is going to make you feel better. You need to change your thought patterns. This isn't about

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!

One resource that all of us connected to this blog have used is a company called  reacHIRE . They help women who have taken a break get back to the paid workforce.

Asking for help can be one of the most difficult BUT one of the most essential activities  "returners" should do when looking for a job.