After years of raising kids, managing a household, and putting everyone else first, stepping back into thecorporate world in midlife can feel both exciting and terrifying.

If you’ve been out of the workforce for a decade (or more), you might be wondering:

💼 Do my skills still matter?
💼Will I be able to compete in today’s job market?
💼How do I even begin to rebrand myself professionally?

In this episode of Midlife Mavericks, I’m talking to Kelly K. James, author of The Book that (Almost) Got Me Fired: How I (Barely) Survived a Year in Corporate America. We divedeep into the realities of returning to corporate America after years at home.

We’ll cover:

• The mindset shift needed to see yourself as an asset, not an outsider.
• How to identify and articulate your transferable skills.
• Resumé gaps.
• Networking strategies that actually work for midlife professionals.
• Practical tips to refresh your skills and boost your marketability.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Overcoming the Fear of the Unknown:
How to combat self-doubt and rediscover your professional identity after years at home.

Translating Home Management Skills to Corporate Success:
Discover the hidden strengths you gained as a stay-at-home parent and how they can give you a competitive edge in the workplace.

Practical Strategies for a Smooth Transition:
Tips on updating your resume, networking, and preparing for interviews that acknowledge your unique life experience.

Balancing Work and Life on Your Own Terms:
Strategies for managing work-life balance as you step back into a corporate environment.

Mindset Shifts and Building Confidence:
Insights on how to embrace this new chapter as an opportunity for reinvention, growth, and empowerment.

 To grab a copy of Kelly's book click here.