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Make Your Brain Sweat with Novel Challenges
Interested in narratives of remarkable people who confirm that it’s never too late to blaze new trails? Journalist Bruce Frankel’s book What Should I Do with the Rest of My Life? is full of stories about those who find passion in lifelong learning, the creative arts and giving back. We asked Bruce a few questions: Why did you write the book?Facing unexpected challenges in my career and life in my mid-50s, I decided to write a book about ordinary people who achieved significantly in the second half of life to … Continue reading
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Breaking Free: Changing Your Career
Here on the blog we’re always talking about how boomers in the sandwich generation can manage the challenges of parents growing older and kids growing up. And for many of you, work is a major part of that equation. So if you’re less than thrilled with your career and have been thinking about making a change, we have a treat for you. This week we’re featuring Caryn FitzGerald, a guest blogger who will discuss her career change and offer some tips so you can make some changes too. Here is … Continue reading
Plan to Return to the Workforce?
In the current economic downturn, many mothers are planning a return to work to make up for their partner’s lost income. If you’re one of them, you’ll need to create an opportunity to focus your energies and see yourself from a new perspective. Stories of other womenwho have gone through this challenging process can provide helpful insights and thoughts. Once you begin, your experience will give you the incentive to continue. If you’re still feeling overwhelmed about where to start, you can find helpful video tips about how to re-enter … Continue reading
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Tagged career, courage and lessons learned, Her Mentor Center, job, return to work, stay at home mom, success, support, women, workforce, working mother
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Strategies for Success at Work
Now the summer is over and the kids have gone back to school, are you thinking about re-charging your career? That might mean a renewed dedication to your current position, consideration of a job change, or starting your own business. If you’re re-entering the workforce after a layoff, the issues can be even more complex. But how do you find the time and energy to revive your career when you are also caring for growing children and aging parents – especially if you are a sandwiched boomer? Here are some … Continue reading
