Recently Divorced, No Education. Where Do I Start?   

I haven’t had a real job since my oldest was born, but now, after my recent divorce, I’m suddenly faced with starting again. Problem is, I have no education. Most jobs I’m qualified for will barely cover the babysitter and costs of going to work. Where do I start?

One of the most common themes I find in people who’ve been out of the workforce for a while is that they’re intimidated by “professionalism” and are so concerned that they’re lacking experience.

But let me assure you, unless you’ve been relaxing on a beach for the last many years,  you’ve got lots of experience that can be very valuable in the workplace! The challenge starts with you recognizing it,  gaining confidence in your own abilities, and then packaging it in a way that demonstrates your skills to potential employers.

Raising a family requires a large skill set, and each person naturally brings their strengths to their life roles. The cool thing is that sometimes those skills are transferable and can be used in a totally different way. Maybe you’ve got a great eye for detail and enjoy reading (editor?), maybe you’re the neighborhood event planner (social media campaign manager?), or you’re the one always organizing the complicated carpool routes (logistics coordinator?).