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Back On Your Feet : Write Your Career Comeback in 4 Simple (Not Easy) Steps! Kindle Edition

by Neha Lagoo Ratnakar (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars 50 ratings

“We’re not here to transform society overnight. We’ll focus on one person, one family, and one career at a time – and it all begins with you.” – Neha Lagoo Ratnakar
We, women, often witness life passing us by, especially when we take a break to focus on our families. We try to live up to the labels put on us by society – mother, wife, daughter. We ignore the itch to do something more with our talents. Why? We’re afraid of what others will say, of making mistakes, and all too often, of our own success.
Although our fears tell us it’s impossible, you can restart your career after a break. Are you ready to ignore those fears and get started? You’re not alone!
Back On Your Feet meets you right where you are, no matter what stage of the career break you’re in. This book gives you the gentle push you need to get started and offers tons of resources, ideas and plans you can adopt and use to create your path forward. Follow along the four stages of career, restart with Neha, as she lays out her playbook of tried, tested, and actionable tools. To further inspire and empower you, this book also includes the stories of eleven women who share their career struggles and achievements with no-nonsense honesty.
You have what it takes to make a phenomenal career comeback. You create life for God’s sake!

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    226 pages
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    March 9, 2022
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8 countries, 8 languages and a 9-year-old - that's Neha's life in a nutshell.
Neha was born in Indore, India and currently lives in Amsterdam, Netherlands with her genius husband, a strong-willed daughter, and an extremely gullible dog.
Neha's nomadic life as a trailing spouse could have cost her career, and she knows what taking a break feels like. As she has continued her career journey across changing geographies and sectors, she's faced challenges and learned invaluable life lessons.
It's these challenges and lessons that have carried her to where she is today as a writer.
When Neha isn't writing, she's a talent development professional and a part-time entrepreneur. She's also been a face painter, a handwriting analyst, a website designer, and a henna artist.
In her spare time, Neha enjoys playing improv and saying "yes" to the curve balls life throws at her. And when life has nothing to throw, she shakes things up anyway by doing something crazy.
Back on Your Feet is Neha's first published book.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09VCCRD2N
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Notion Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 9, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 226 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1685867379
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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8 countries, 3 little ones and a million ideas – that’s Neha’s life in a nutshell.

Neha’s first book, Back on Your Feet, an Amazon bestseller has helped hundreds of women start their career comeback journey and she’s spent hours directly coaching them.

But throughout her career spanning 8 countries, and her work as the Head of Education at a non-profit in Europe, she was shocked to hear that it was difficult for leaders to bridge the gender numbers despite their best intentions.

So Neha made it her mission to help organisations bridge this gap and support women on their journey.

Neha was born in Indore, India and currently lives in Amsterdam, Netherlands with her genius husband, a strong-willed daughter, a cool dude son, and an extremely gullible dog.

When Neha isn’t writing, she’s a talent development professional and a part-time entrepreneur.

In her spare time, Neha enjoys playing improv and saying “yes” to the curve balls life throws at her. And when life has nothing to throw, she shakes things up anyway by doing something crazy.

The Missing Wheel is Neha’s second book as an independent author.

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  • AK
    5.0 out of 5 stars Practical guide for anyone looking to come back to work after taking a break!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2024
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    I wasn’t sure what to expect when I picked up this book, but it ended up being both practical and inspirational! There are specific tactics that you can use right away along with a number of different interviews showing what’s possible. I particularly enjoyed the Time vs. Money vs. Peace matrix to help me better understand which opportunity is the right fit for me. Highly recommended!
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  • Surabhi K
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very interesting , inspiring, thought provoking book to start/restart career as a women
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2022
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    I had pleasure of knowing the writer and I always admired her clarity of thoughts about many complicated aspects of life. The book got me hooked right away as the writer has brilliant story telling skill with personal experience and genuineness to help mum to start/restart their career. I’m a mum of two kids and needed a friendly talk to understand I can still have some career aspirations. The book is well researched and filled with lots of relatable stories, worksheets, diagrams, and advice. It has easy organized step by step approach, which guide to find the right career, prioritize time and achieve financial independence.
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  • Sangeeta ❤️
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, easy to follow book for anyone who wants to restart the career
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2022
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    I bought kindle version of the book and really enjoying and resonating with this book! It’s a simple written book where author has shared her and many other journeys very authentically and giving so many resources alongside! I wish I had this book when I was going back to my professional life after a break!!!! A good book to have to refer and follow simple tips
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  • Siddharth
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring read for those who are looking to restart their career!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022
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    It’s a very practical book and super helpful for anyone who is looking to restart the career after a break. I would highly recommend this book, it’s an easy read and lays out step by step guidance for women to achieve financial freedom.
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  • Dawn M. Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Actionable and practical advice!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2022
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    The author provides questions and exercises that will help you explore your own unique path and plan back into the workplace. Just some of the topics include what holds us back from going back, preparing for interview questions, and engaging your spouse and children in the process.
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  • Veronica M.
    4.0 out of 5 stars So many stories to relate to
    Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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    I loved reading the stories of different women and their experiences. It is focused on much of the Indian culture which was also something that I enjoyed learning about.

    This will certainly inspire any women that may feel they can't make a change in career or be considered for a job after taking a break. A bonus is Lots of guidance on using LinkedIn and making the most of it too.
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  • Rina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Tiny Steps and Exponential Impact
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2022
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    Neha Lagoo (the author) did good job in explaining how tiny steps right now, can exponential impact our future.
    There are ideas around Planning your day, Networking, Outsourcing domestic help, etc. to get back to your feet. And rightly quoted in the book, don’t count the spent money, consider it as investment to your future. The real stories how women made a comeback, inspire to get ready and challenge the world.

    Even I restarted my career after 2 years and totally crushing it (little boastful here), I have few takeaways from this book and I am going to try them to build my network.

    After reading this book, I reconnected with all my friends who are still trying to restart, but not getting THE KICK because of all unnecessary worries. So ladies, give yourself a break, read this book, and then maybe you get THE KICK.
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  • Ruchi S.
    4.0 out of 5 stars A book that empathises with the vulnerabilities that most women feel after taking a career break.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2022
    Format: Kindle
    Neha has a practical yet heartfelt approach to this very sensitive topic. Most women are encouraged to get back to the workforce by well-meaning friends, family & peers, and sometimes due to financial necessities.

    But only a woman who had gone through that phase understand what it is to have lost that confidence she once had to work in the corporate world. Neha understands this and gives practical, up-to-date tips on how one can prepare to be prepared. With an engaging mix of her personal stories, stories by other women and pieces of research.

    Back on Your Feet is a recommended boost of reassurance and confidence
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  • Arunima
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of Your Must Reads!
    Reviewed in India on May 24, 2024
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    This is one of the perfect weekend reads! The writing is very simple and relatable; yet crisp and right on point. "Back On Your Feet" is sure to get you up and about on your feet, rejuvenated and thrilled for the next phase of your work life. No matter why you are on a said-unsaid career break, read this book for some quick reminders and anecdotes to get you back on track simply by reminding you that you are enough, you have all it takes.
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  • Sarah-Jane Edis
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book is amazing for mums
    Reviewed in Australia on March 13, 2022
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    I loved this book! I highly recommend it for any woman wanting to find more time for her career goals. There is so much about motherhood you that isn’t talked about but the employment is a big one. My favourite section was ‘your why’ as it helped me navigate what I wanted from work. This book is jammed pack with diagrams, worksheets and advice.
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  • Olga K
    5.0 out of 5 stars Career restart after maternity leave
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2022
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    This is a great book for women wanting to start working after a career break and it covers very important topics of women creating independent income for themselves and having fulfilling careers. The book is enjoyable, very hands-on and actionable interleaved with practical advice and inspirational stories. Would definite recommend!
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  • Elizabeth Gagnon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple not easy layouts
    Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2022
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    Love the simple ness of this book. It’s a enjoyable and informative read. For that reason I give it a five star. Back on your feet is truly inspirational. A read you can return too over and over again. Well done 😊
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    Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2022
    Love the simple ness of this book. It’s a enjoyable and informative read. For that reason I give it a five star. Back on your feet is truly inspirational. A read you can return too over and over again. Well done 😊
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  • Faith Newton
    4.0 out of 5 stars Relavant, up to date advice - like being mentored by a friend
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2022
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Whilst the book is written with Indian women in mind, a lot of it resonated with me - an English woman living in the UK.

    The book addresses the common problem of how to prioritize yourself, not just your family and how to find a career that you love.

    The advice is up to date - updating your social media profiles, Facebook research, learning via Massive Open Online Courses.

    The book is very readable - full of practical exercises and stories. This book is like sitting down and getting good step by step advice from a trusted mentor.
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