Feeling a bit lost or disconnected in your career? Like, when you finally take a moment to catch your breath and look around, do you think “Is this all there is?” Or “I don't know what I want to do next but it ain’t this!”

It's a completely normal experience, especially for women at this career stage. Many of us find it challenging to expand our network or feel unsure of how to tap into its potential. Let's tackle this head-on with advice designed just for you.

1 Problem 1: "I feel out of touch/out of the loop after a career break."

Taking time out of the workforce happens, whether it's to raise a family or tackle personal circumstances. But stepping back in can feel intimidating. First, remember you have valuable skills and experience.

Here's how to reconnect and update your network:

Reconnect with Purpose
Reach out to former colleagues and see what they're up to. You can send them a quick message via...

Social interactions can be draining, intimidating, and unproductive. 

Add to that the stress of making it a business social interaction, where you’re expected to behave confidently, articulately, and graciously as well as represent your expertise and make those crucial connections….

…and that’s the nightmare of networking.

Is it even worth it? 

And if it is worth it, how is the introverted networker to survive? 

Is Networking Worth It?

Networking is all about socializing and communicating with people who have similar interests. It is about having meaningful conversations and exchanging valuable information in a friendly and professional way. 

The ideal woman for this seems like someone who is welcoming, confident, articulate, adapts well to new environments, and is energized by face-to-face interaction.

That is why extroverts are thought to be especially gifted at this.

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