Returning to the Workforce After Being a Caregiver

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It can be hard to return to the paid workforce from a full-time role. A short time out can leave one feeling a lack of confidence or unsure of themselves, it is like trying to merge onto a fast moving freeway when you haven't driven for a while. The author has six strategies to make the re-entry process less intimidating.

More than 3 million women have left the workplace in the last 18 months. Women tend to take on the most responsibilities for care during the Pandemic and so many opted out of the workforce to maintain both work and home responsibilities. A recent study shows that women faculty members with dependents are more likely to be caregivers. Half of the respondents said they spent four additional hours of caregiving a day, leaving less time for professional activities.