This week I was at my book group. We've been going for 6 years now, and until recently, there was always a baby asleep in a carrycot in the corner. As a group of mothers: more recently parents as we have one father, we've been through the highs and lows of parenthood with young children. Our discussions always include support for each other as well as discussing the book!
Recently one mother: a fiercely intelligent Dr of Science lost her job. She is an eternal optimist and felt this was an opportunity to spend more time with her 4 children. She was chatting to another mother, who has been a full time mother since her child was born. Prior to that she was a very successful Human Rights Lawyer.
The conversation turned to discussing work, and both admitted that they'd lost their confidence. The mother of 4 said "The confidence disappears so quickly. I'm just so frightened about looking for a job - and don't believe I'll ever find one". The other mother said that she felt she was completely detached from her career and didn't have the confidence to pursue a job.
Self esteem is knocked when you are made redundant. It is also knocked when you have a career break. When you decide to look for work, it is even more challenging presenting yourself in a positive way due to your lack of confidence.
Our Training course "Vocal, Visual & VITAL" focuses on all aspects of interview skills, including creating a positive mind set and creating the appearance that you are confident.
For more details of the course go to: http://www.executivevoice.co.uk/vvv.html
Recently one mother: a fiercely intelligent Dr of Science lost her job. She is an eternal optimist and felt this was an opportunity to spend more time with her 4 children. She was chatting to another mother, who has been a full time mother since her child was born. Prior to that she was a very successful Human Rights Lawyer.
The conversation turned to discussing work, and both admitted that they'd lost their confidence. The mother of 4 said "The confidence disappears so quickly. I'm just so frightened about looking for a job - and don't believe I'll ever find one". The other mother said that she felt she was completely detached from her career and didn't have the confidence to pursue a job.
Self esteem is knocked when you are made redundant. It is also knocked when you have a career break. When you decide to look for work, it is even more challenging presenting yourself in a positive way due to your lack of confidence.
Our Training course "Vocal, Visual & VITAL" focuses on all aspects of interview skills, including creating a positive mind set and creating the appearance that you are confident.
For more details of the course go to: http://www.executivevoice.co.uk/vvv.html
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