How can a housewife return to work?

Returning to work after taking time out as a housewife can be challenging, especially balancing work and family life. In Switzerland, statutory protection against dismissal ends 16 weeks after giving birth, after which there are no special protective regulations.

Tips for a successful return to work:

• Show self-confidence and recognize your own potential
• Realistic assessment of your own skills
• Use soft skills, e.g. communication skills, organizational talent, conflict resolution, reliability and professional experience
• Look into part-time opportunities, but bear in mind that pay and promotion prospects are often lower
• Consider your own motivation: Variety, self-realization and confirmation play an important role

Especially after a short break, women returning to work often bring with them valuable experience and skills that set them apart from younger female career starters.