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How to Get Back to Work After a Career Break

Carol Fishman Cohen, CEO and co-founder of iRelaunch, shares concrete strategies to help people successfully re-enter the workforce after an extended break. Carol’s practical advice is also useful for anyone looking to change careers or break into a new field.

By Carol Fishman Cohen, CEO and co-founder, iRelaunch

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