{"id":273440,"date":"2021-06-13T15:29:59","date_gmt":"2021-06-13T12:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/how-do-i-get-back-into-the-workforce-after-a-long-gap\/"},"modified":"2021-06-13T15:29:59","modified_gmt":"2021-06-13T12:29:59","slug":"how-do-i-get-back-into-the-workforce-after-a-long-gap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-do-i-get-back-into-the-workforce-after-a-long-gap\/","title":{"rendered":"#How do I get back into the workforce after a long gap?"},"content":{"rendered":"

“#How do I get back into the workforce after a long gap?<\/strong>”
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I\u2019ve been out of the job market for years, caring for an elderly relative who recently passed. How do I explain this big gap, and how do I make myself relevant? I used to work in a bank, but the job I did is basically obsolete now.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019m going to tell you what you already know. The job search is hard enough for people with jobs, so transitioning back after being away is that much more difficult. I say this not to discourage you but to prepare you. \u201cMore difficult\u201d doesn\u2019t mean \u201cimpossible.\u201d You have to prepare differently so that you can overcome the challenge. Your first goal is to just get back into the workforce and not try to pick up where you left off in the same job at the same level. It\u2019s far easier to navigate your way to the job you want over time while you are employed. Make sure your skills are up to date by taking online courses. Stay positive, be persistent, flexible and leverage your contacts. As for explaining the gap, just tell the truth. It has the benefit of being true, and people can relate.<\/p>\n

A friend of mine was told she could work remotely full time but has to take less money. Is that lawful?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Oh, the old \u201casking for a friend\u201d routine. No worries, your secret is safe with me, and it\u2019s not like your question is so unique that your \u201cfriends\u201d will know it\u2019s you. Basically, unless your employment is governed by some contract or collective-bargaining agreement, the terms of employment are between you and your employer and subject to change at the discretion of your employer, including compensation, responsibilities and work arrangements. Many employers and employees are considering the trade-offs for working remotely and the savings in the form of reduced office space and commuting expenses, respectively. For many employees, it includes more flexibility, too. You can choose to accept the new arrangements, or decline and continue with your current ones. If your employer isn\u2019t offering you an option and you decline, you should be eligible for whatever layoff benefits the company provides, as well as unemployment benefits. I hope this works out for your \u201cfriend.\u201d<\/p>\n

Gregory Giangrande has over 25 years of experience as a chief human resources executive and is dedicated to helping New Yorkers get back to work. E-mail your questions to GoToGreg@NYPost.com. Follow Greg on Twitter<\/a>: @greggiangrande and at GoToGreg.com<\/a>.<\/em>\n <\/div>\n

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