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Cover Letters and References after a Career Break

“I’ve been out of the workforce for several years,” a reader e-mailed me. "Should I address the gap on my resume in a cover letter? What about salary requirements? And what do I do about the fact that all my references are from 10+ years ago, besides the PTA president.…

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In Japan and Korea, Asian-style Parenting Means Mom Stays Home

In the wave of reaction to Amy Chua’s Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, the focus has been primarily on the kids and whether the Chinese parenting methods described could be considered child abuse. What has not been discussed is that Asian-style intensive parenting falls squarely in the mother’s lap.…

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10 Return to Work Tips for Relaunchers During the COVID-19 Health Crisis

While there is a lot of uncertainty right now, here’s how relaunchers can use extended time at home to be best positioned for success when this crisis is behind us.

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Career Advice for High School Students

A close friend, who is the principal of an all girls parochial school in the Washington, D.C. area, had invited me to keynote the school’s Career Fair. The student body has very traditional values (becoming a wife and mother is a high priority) so I kept that in mind in…

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The Funny Side of Remote Working

We have plenty of examples of the benefits of remote working, but the best stories are the funny or ridiculous remote work moments. Admittedly, some of these are more amusing in hindsight than they were when they happened, but here goes...

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Relauncher Resume Guide

Having worked as both an external and internal corporate recruiter, I’ve been asked to review a lot of friends’ resumes lately. While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, I believe the following guide will help you both improve your current draft and avoid the worst resume pitfalls. For those seeking to return…

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Diversity In The Workplace Benefits: 5 Studies To Take To Your Boss

This article originally appeared on PowerToFly's blog. PowerToFly introduces women and underrepresented minorities to executives and hiring managers at top companies. Sign up to get invited to live or virtual events, to meet people who can elevate your career, and much more.

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You're Overqualified: How to Respond

What employers sometimes do not realize is that relaunchers may intentionally target a particular position, even though it may be junior to their pre-career-break position, or junior to where the returning professional might be if she or he had stayed in the workplace. It is important to stress to the…

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How to Ace the ‘Tell Me About Yourself' Question and Set Yourself Apart

Whether formally or casually asked, ‘Tell me about yourself’ is an opportunity. When you have an articulate, confidently delivered response that takes into account what the listener wants to know, you can distinguish yourself and make a positive impression.

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The value driven resume

Candidates often ask me how to format their resume or what buzzwords to add so their resume leads to an interview. Although it is important to have an attractive, easy-to-read resume, you need much more than that. Buzzwords are not enough and some so-called “buzzwords” are actually clichés that tarnish…

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