Imagine the scene: after a career hiatus, you find yourself as an entry-level associate, introducing yourself as the technical project lead, interweaving your two-year experience of cultivating Ginger. No, not the startup kind, but the variety that thrives in Honduras. The transitional journey is remarkable, but what's next?

For those who have re-entered the professional arena following a career break, this session serves as a guiding compass. It will delve into strategies crucial for swift advancement within your teams. You will understand what to seek in company culture, upskilling programs, and team structure, leveraging prior experience to prime yourself for success in your newfound field. Exiting this session, you'll carry a comprehensive toolkit and be poised to flourish, transitioning from entry-level to mid-level roles within a year.

Target audience: professionals re-entering the workforce after a career break (parental leave, mass layoffs, sabbatical, taking care of their own consulting business, etc.). Wide variety of people are welcome as the talk is not strictly about IT professionals. Session duration = 30-60 minutes.