Should you ask for a raise or promotion during the Coronavirus pandemic?
March 23, 2020
According to Swartz, between the Coronavirus outbreak, remote work, and difficult economic times, this is not a time to be thinking about what you deserve, but instead to be considering how you can be of service to your company.“We’re in a world of uncertainty and in a world of uncertainty you have to be thoughtful about the steps that you take,” Swartz said.
Can This New Web Platform Boost Gender Parity in the Workplace?
February 26, 2020
To address the “broken rung” problem for early-career women, reacHIRE (a company that focuses on women returning to work after a career hiatus) launched the Aurora platform. The platform has been specifically designed for companies seeking to engage and retain millennial and Gen Z women. Aurora claims to be the first platform to respond to specific challenges early-career women experience.
What advice would you give to a new mentor?
February 24, 2020
My advice to new mentors is to zero in on budding superpowers. If you take a blanket approach to mentoring, you will suffocate young talent and fail to see their potential. Ask yourself: What is unique and special about this person and how can I help them apply their talents? Great mentorship isn't about telling someone who they should be; it's about growing who they are.
How did mentoring help your career?
February 21, 2020
Having access to a mentor and a strong network of women is critical for career success, especially for early-career women. Studies show that women receive more leadership opportunities and can achieve a job placement level 2.5 times higher if they have a close, inner circle of female coworkers versus a network of primarily men. My mentor encouraged me to follow my heart and gave me the confidence I needed early in my career to take the first step, and then the next, and the next.
The Aurora platform aims to get more women promoted out of entry-level jobs
February 11, 2020
The CEO of reacHIRE (which focuses on women returning to work after a career hiatus) is launching a new platform called Aurora. Aimed at helping women in the early stages of their careers, Aurora provides a peer-to-peer network for them within their organization. If the broken rung of the ladder gets fixed, closing the gap will mean that 1 million qualified women will be advancing to leadership roles in the next five years.
reacHIRE LAUNCHES THE AURORA PLATFORM FOR COMPANIES SEEKING TO ENGAGE AND RETAIN MILLENNIAL AND GEN Z WOMEN
February 11, 2020
BOSTON, MA — February 11, 2020 – reacHIRE, the pioneer of programs that advance and retain professional women at all ages and stages, today launched the Aurora Platform – a scalable and affordable online platform built for companies to systematically improve the retention and advancement of Millennial and Gen Z talent across their organizations.
Business Women outnumber men in the American workforce for only the second time
January 11, 2020
More than two decades ago, Rachel Higgins left her job at IBM to stay at home with her children. She was ready to go back to work by the time her son went to college and learned about ReacHIRE, which partners with companies to help women return to work. In April 2019, Higgins landed an internship with the software and professional services firm Lionbridge.
reacHIRE Welcomes Gloria Cordes Larson, Former President of Bentley University, to Board of Directors
November 19, 2019
reacHIRE, a company committed to creating work environments where women thrive, advance, lead and stay, announced that Gloria Cordes Larson has joined its Board of Directors.
reacHIRE Welcomes Gloria Cordes Larson, Former President of Bentley University, to Board of Directors
November 19, 2019
reacHIRE, a company committed to creating work environments where women thrive, advance, lead and stay, announced that Gloria Cordes Larson has joined its Board of Directors.
5 Ways To Identify And Retain Fantastic Talent with Addie Swartz & Kage Spatz
November 11, 2019
As CEO of reacHIRE, Addie Swartz creates opportunities and empowers women at all ages and stages of their careers with return-to-work programs for many industry leaders, including Fidelity, Wayfair, and T-Mobile.
Work & Family Mailbox
November 8, 2019
Consider directing your search toward the kind of work that has given you a sense of accomplishment in the past. Update your LinkedIn profile and reach out to past colleagues and other contacts, Ms. Swartz says. Set aside time each week to refresh your technology and analytical skills.
Addie Swartz on LinkedIn's Working Together Live with Caroline Fairchild
October 18, 2019
Watch our CEO, Addie Swartz, talk with Caroline Fairchild on LinkedIn's Working Together. Addie discusses how companies can enable more women to thrive and rise right from the start or after a career break. "Systems need to be changed. We need more companies to create more opportunities, and we need to systematically create on ramps."
Women's Equality Day: WorkHuman Podcast with Addie Swartz
August 26, 2019
This past March at the Workhuman® Live Conference, we had the chance to speak with Addie Swartz, CEO of reacHIRE, an organization that helps women return to work, along with Workhuman’s Chief Legal Officer, Lauren Zajac, about ways to achieve equality in the workplace.
Her fight is our fight: honoring Women's Equality Day
August 26, 2019
The fight for equal pay has been going on since the late 1800s. The Equal Pay Act was signed into law by John F. Kennedy in 1963, yet women are still making 77 cents to every man’s dollar. According to Addie, “jobs need to be done. Why is it gender-specific how much you get paid?” This seems like an obvious question, but for those who have never had to deal with the pay gap, they might not be aware of the significance of the issue.
HERMONEY PODCAST EPISODE 173: WORKING IT AFTER A CAREER BREAK WITH ADDIE SWARTZ
August 7, 2019
This week, Jean sits down with Addie Swartz, CEO of ReacHIRE, a company that partners with Fortune 500 companies to create re-entry opportunities for women of all ages, at all stages of their careers. Addie, who is a serial entrepreneur and also a mom of two, talks about the resources women need to get back to work, including free online courses, resume updates, and networking.
Been out of the work for a while? Here are tips for re-entry
August 4, 2019
Before you update your resume, reflect on your skills. “This is not about what you did in your past career, what your title was, but what you loved," says Addie Swartz, CEO of reacHIRE, a Concord, Massachusetts, firm that helps women return to the workforce. "What projects made you most proud? What were your best skills? Where did you make an impact? This assessment will help you decide where to go now,” she adds.
Advice for landing a job in Seattle when you’re underqualified
July 25, 2019
Addie Swartz, CEO and founder of reacHIRE, a company that assists women returning to work after a career break, suggests filling gaps on a resume by looking for what might not be the obvious one-to-one fit. “Recognise what you’ve been doing well, either through volunteer projects or recent work experience, and retrofit that in such a way to meet the skills, needs and keywords requested in the job description,” Swartz says.
reacHIRE's Addie Swartz Advises Women Re-Entering The Workforce
May 7, 2019
“It’s a comprehensive on-ramp for women who’ve taken a career break,” Swartz explains. “And it’s targeted to companies looking for special talent that’s been sitting on the sidelines.”
Getting back to work
May 1, 2019
“Off-ramps without on-ramps create dead-end roads for millions of people, the talent pipeline, and the economy as a whole,” says Addie Swartz, the CEO of reacHire, a company that partners with businesses to establish return-to-work programs for professional women.
Ten Promises Every Working Mother Should Make This Mother’s Day
April 30, 2019
'How to Support Women at All Stages of Their Careers Whether Millenials, Mid-Career or Returners'
How to network if you don’t know anyone in your industry
April 30, 2019
“When you’re about to walk into a situation where you don’t feel your confident self, it’s helpful to have a powerful perspective to share,” Swartz said. “In other words, you want to share a brief story on your background, experience or perspective which powerfully addresses why you are showing up as a confident professional.
How to not be intimidated when asking for more money at work
April 25, 2019
“Provide data points on salary ranges within your job title in your geographic area, which your manager can then use to share as evidence of a needed [increase],” says Addie Swartz
5 Ways To Make Your New, Better, Higher-Paying Job Happen This Year
January 29, 2019
"Remember that when you tap into your network, you’re not only tapping into jobs that may not be available yet, you’re also building confidence, says Addie Swartz, CEO of reacHIRE."
How to emphasize your ‘soft skills’
January 27, 2019
Addie Swartz, CEO and founder of reacHIRE, cites three areas job seekers should focus on to showcase their soft skills in a job interview: listening, adaptability, and problem solving.
Burned out at work? It doesn't have to follow you into 2019
January 4, 2019
"Addie Swartz, CEO of reacHIRE, a company that works with organizations to promote a gender diverse workforce and bring women back to work after a career break, agrees. She says that 'going it alone' is one of the worst things you can do. Instead, arrange a time to get together with colleagues to talk about the pressures you’re facing and discuss how others are handling it."
HR Professionals Share 2019 New Year's Resolutions
January 2, 2019
"My New Year's resolution is to make 2019 a turning point for women in the workplace by giving companies new ways to support and advance women and create environments where employees thrive, lead and stay." —Addie Swartz, CEO of reacHIRE, Concord, Mass.
Six Completely Appropriate Ways to Say No This Holiday Season
December 10, 2018
"Swartz suggests finding another way to express gratitude and reflect on the year spent. One way to do this is to go old-fashioned and send a handwritten note. 'Sending a holiday card is a wonderful way to connect with colleagues and bosses,' she says. It may even help to spread the holiday cheer more effectively than sharing eggnog."
Is there a gender training gap?
November 27, 2018
"In a recent study, men reported greater access to training for technical skills and soft skills compared to women — which points to one possible driver of the leadership gap."
5 Ways to Erase the Gender Gap at Work
October 25, 2018
"We’re a long way from achieving equity, but here are some proactive steps both companies and women can take."
5 Ways to Make Work Feel Less Like Work
October 24, 2018
"Nurture your obvious and unobvious support systems and you will be more buoyant at work"
Two Groups You Can't Ignore (But Probably Do) in the War for Talent
October 24, 2018
"As career paths become less linear and people change jobs more frequently, companies need to actively recruit former employees and people returning..."
How to hire for diversity while avoiding 'reverse' discrimination claims
October 18, 2018
"A diverse slate of candidates can help, but how should HR go about achieving this?"
Changing the Game for Women
October 3, 2018
"Increasing the number of women at every level of an organization is possible if its leaders are ready to use practical solutions."
Strut Outside Your Comfort Zone: 6 Easy Ways to Feel Unapologetically Confident
September 22, 2018
"We asked some of our favorite influencers and entrepreneurs to weigh in on what’s helped them get (and stay) so darn confident."
Don’t wait for New Year’s: Why you should be setting your goals now
September 21, 2018
"Waiting until New Year’s Day to set goals is a rookie move."
Women to Watch
September 3, 2018
"reacHIRE CEO, Addie Swartz, speaks about the importance of gender equality in the workplace."
14 Things You Must Do on the First Day of a New Job
August 28, 2018
"The first day of a new job can be just as nerve-wracking as it is exciting. Do these things and, not only will it be a success, you'll set yourself up as a rising star."
reacHIRE Helps Covington Professionals Return to the Workforce
August 28, 2018
"Acclaimed Fidelity Resume Program Offers Paid Six Month Return to Work Internship Program"
How to find out about job listings — before they're posted
August 15, 2018
"Wouldn’t it be great to uncover info about jobs before they’re publicly listed and the feeding frenzy begins? Here’s how to do just that."
The “Lean In” Movement Was Phase One, Phase Two Needs To Be “Lean On”. With Addie Swartz CEO of reacHIRE
August 7, 2018
"Phase Two is helping companies give women something tangible and strong to “Lean On” so that they can drive their success and dictate their futures"
Why summer may be the best time to get promoted — and how to make it happen
June 29, 2018
"Summer can be a good time to get ahead and show your boss what you're made of while your colleagues all sneak out early."
The 5 Most Empowering Lessons We Can Teach Our Daughters to Help Them Get Ahead in their Careers
May 7, 2018
"Corporate America is at the beginning of an exciting and much needed renaissance for professional women."
These 29 Executives Show How We Can Close The Gender Wage Gap
May 4, 2018
"Establishing equality and fairness is a fundamental human right, yet it has been one of humanity’s greatest challenges."
Concord Company Helps Women Get Back To Work With ‘Return-Ships’
May 2, 2018
"Like many women, when she was ready to go back to work, Cathy had no idea where to begin."
Opinion: Is there Hope for the Gender Pay Gap?
April 12, 2018
"The pay gap is still 20% between men and women. While experts say that this gap is closing in, women around the world are saying “try harder” and “let’s do better”."
Returnships Offer Employers Ways to Find Skilled Diverse Employees
March 9, 2018
"Experienced professionals can showcase their talents after taking a career break."
Four Things Massachusetts Employers Should Do For Working Parents
February 27, 2018
"The Commonwealth got a C- on a major report, thanks to family leave practices, failure to promote women, and child-care costs."
5 Strategies to Close the Gender Gap (And Why It Will Grow Your Business)
February 13, 2018
"An interview with reacHIRE CEO, Addie Swartz, about closing the corporate gender gap."
Planning Some Time Off Work? Join the Club
December 11, 2017
"84 percent of millennials plan to take a significant career break at some point in their lives."
Why I Have Snapchat
November 6, 2017
"Our fast-changing world requires us to keep up or get left behind, whether it's preparing for a future career or enhancing personal development."
Women who took time off to raise kids are being welcomed back into the workforce
September 14, 2017
"The long-held bias against parents who took off work to raise their children is fading."
Getting Women Back to Work
September 11, 2017
"When women leave careers for an extended period of time, some of them get stalled on corporate off-ramps."
CEO Spotlight
August 28, 2017
"reacHIRE believes that the way to move business forward, is by bringing women back."
Getting Back In the Game
August 25, 2017
"For women to advance, businesses have to retreat from old thinking."
Gaps in the Resume, but not in Talent
August 4, 2017
"Returning women bring with them a depth of professional and life experience, and often make stellar employees"
A Career Break Doesn’t Have to be a Career Breaker
July 17, 2017
"Connecting women who want to re-enter the workforce with companies who want to hire."
If You Care About Resume Gaps, You’re Missing Out on this Valuable Demo
June 20, 2017
“If your goal as a company is to solve for a specific objective rather than fill a checklist, then gaps in a résumé don't matter.”
Building New On-ramps for Returning Women
June 15, 2017
“Three million returning women are ready to merge and accelerate. We need to open up new lanes to let them in.”
A Woman’s Path Back to Work
June 1, 2017
"Helping women rejoin the work world in key business roles."
Pressing Play after a Career Pause
May 17, 2017
"Proactively guiding skilled professional women back into the working world."
10 Promises Every Working Mother Should Make
May 4, 2017
"How to not lose sight of our career dreams even though we are managing so much more than ourselves."
If I Knew Then
April 28, 2017
"In an ongoing series, executives, entrepreneurs and business leaders discuss mistakes that have shaped their business philosophy."
Employers are Seeking Women Returning from Career Breaks
April 10, 2017
“New services help female professionals refresh skills and find challenging positions.”
