by Akraya | Aug 1, 2025 | Blog
Beyond the Booth: How to Make the Most of Career Comeback Sessions When people think “career fair,” the image is usually the same: recruiters at booths, eager candidates, and a rush to hand over resumes and pitch their story. And yes, that’s a big part of the...
by Akraya | Jul 25, 2025 | Blog
How to Show Up, Stand Out, and Leave a Lasting Impression You’ve spent the past few weeks prepping for this—revamping your resume, practicing your pitch, brushing up on your LinkedIn, and mentally visualizing what your next chapter might look like. Now the WBW...
by Akraya | Jul 16, 2025 | Blog
Practice Out Loud: The Returner’s Secret to Pitch Confidence How to rehearse your elevator pitch with clarity, intention, and results. You’ve written your elevator pitch. You’ve tweaked the words, included your career break, and highlighted your transferable...
by Akraya | Jul 14, 2025 | Blog
The Elevator Pitch Toolkit for Women Returning to Work Not Sure What to Say? Here’s Your Returner-Friendly Elevator Pitch Toolkit How to confidently introduce yourself—even if it’s been a while. You’re at the WBW Conference. You’re talking to a recruiter, another...
by Akraya | Jul 3, 2025 | Blog
From Awkward to Authentic: Real Networking Tips for Your Career Comeback How to Connect with Confidence—Even If You Hate Small Talk If the word “networking” makes your stomach twist, you’re not alone. For many returners, especially those reentering after...
by Akraya | Jun 27, 2025 | Blog
Don’t Let the To-Do List Steal Your Confidence Before the Conference How Returners Can Stay Grounded, Focused, and Ready for the WBW Conference Let’s be honest: the week before a big event like the Women Back to Work Conference can feel like a lot. Between prepping...
