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Career Break Return Tips: Sometimes, some people have to take a break from their career due to parenting, personal health, mental health, caring for the elderly, travel, or any other reason. But when it comes to returning, the biggest challenge is, 'Will I be able to do the same work again, will anyone hire me, will my break become my weakness?' So the answer is, absolutely not. In today's time, a career break is not taboo, but it is considered a phase that brings new skills, new perspective, and new energy, but the return will be easy only if you plan it correctly. In this article, we will talk about 8 super-effective tips with which you can re-enter the professional world with full confidence.

1. Consider the break as a part of learning, not a weakness
First of all, do not feel guilty about your break. It is a part of your life journey. Tell it positively in the interview, like what new skills you learn during this time or what new experience you had in life.

2. Refresh and upgrade skills

The most powerful way to return after a career break is to update your skills. You can also get the latest updates from online courses, free certification, industry blogs, and YouTube. Complete each course one by one.

3. Make your resume and LinkedIn profile break-friendly

Your resume and profile will be the first impression of your return. Mention your career break honestly. Tell which life skills, soft skills, or technical skills you learned during this time. Also include things like volunteer work, freelance, or consulting.

4. Strengthen networking

A big part of returning to the workplace is networking, i.e., connecting with people. Contact old colleagues, school or college groups, connect with people on LinkedIn, attend industry events or webinars.

5. Practice for the interview

The topic of career gap will come up in the interview, but there is no need to panic or be afraid. Practice how you will explain it, take role-specific mock interviews, and prepare answers to common questions from YouTube. Practice answering 1 interview question every day.

6. Trust yourself, stop comparing

Stop comparing by seeing the success of others on social media. Everyone's journey is different. There is no greater degree than self-confidence, so trust yourself and move forward in small steps.

7. Start with Gradual Entry

Before a full-time job, you can start your comeback with freelancing, part-time work, internships, contract roles, or project-based assignments. After this, you can enter the main industry. This will also boost your confidence.

8. Take the help of a career coach or mentee

Many times, advice from outside can solve your problems. A coach can explain your strengths and gaps better, which can help you in getting the right role, industry and interview strategy.

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