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Returning to work after a break at a later stage in life as a woman demands a thoughtful and strategic approach.

Returning to work after a break at a later stage in life as a woman demands a thoughtful and strategic approach.

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Adeline Tiah

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Sarah, an experienced banker in her late 40s, took time off to care for her kids as a single parent. After several years, she decided to go back to work.

No problem, you might think. The issue was, she wanted to return to work – but not as a banker.

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