returning to work

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Are you planning on returning to work? Perhaps you’ve found a new job after being made redundant or have been on maternity leave?

Whatever your circumstances, the prospect of going back to work can be daunting, especially if you’ve been away for a while. Here you’ll find lots of useful practical advice on mastering your return, as well as best practice insight on striking the right balance between your work and personal life.

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keep your career going while on maternity leave

Are you on maternity leave and wondering about your career? This article contains plenty of practical guidance on keeping in touch with your employer, getting back into work mode and easing yourself back into work.

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returning to work after a career break: making sure it goes well

Going back to work after a career break can be daunting. You can feel nervous, unqualified and out of the loop. However, there are certain things you can do to make sure your return goes as well as possible. Discover what they are.

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how to achieve a better work-life balance

Having a good work-life balance isn’t a myth. It’s something all of us can achieve, with some planning, foresight and discipline. Here, we reveal the secrets to achieving a better work-life balance.

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