How to return to the job market after a long time away? Check out these tips.

The COVID-19 pandemic presented several challenges for the population. In addition to deaths, absences from work, and social issues, the... unemployment levels In 2020, they reached the highest historical average in Brazil (IBGE). It was a challenging time, but it passed, and in 2024, the country achieved the lowest historical rate of the decade, and the labor market It's hot!

But there is something to consider: the difficulty of return to the job market After a long time away from work. A study published by the Belgian Institute of Labor Economics in 2017 showed that the longer someone is unemployed, the harder it is to re-enter the job market. But it's not impossible!

There are several reasons why people They are removed from the job market.A dismissal without quick rehiring, difficulty finding positions that match seniority and salary, return from maternity leave, family or personal illnesses, or various other reasons. But there is a way to return.

The internet age has made it easier to search for jobs and opportunities to reach candidates – and employers. Since 2015, according to Exame magazine, the... Internet It's the most used place to look for jobs: 801% of people do it digitally (Catho, 2020). That's why we're going to give you tips on how to return to work after a long time away. 

Look for alternatives in the area.

One of the ways to return to the job market It's about seeking alternatives beyond your current field. And that doesn't necessarily mean a radical change: sometimes it's possible to make small job transfers but still stay in what you've done and know you're good at. A person graduated in Law, For example, someone who has always worked in law can migrate to... business law. A person who graduates from good universities has the know-how to perform the job; they just need to apply themselves.

Changing fields can also alter your seniority level. However, entering a field as a junior can often be advantageous and serve as a career advancement path. It's important, though, to always demonstrate your capabilities: if you have little or no experience in the field, look for freelance or pro-bono work to build your portfolio and inspire confidence in potential employers.

Look for market trends.

The world is constantly changing – and so is the job market. For example, while five years ago we barely used generative AI, today it's even integrated into WhatsApp. It's important to understand what's emerging and what companies are looking for in professionals.,

One tip is to look at job descriptions to understand what hiring companies in your field are looking for. The breakdown of responsibilities and requirements will give you a lot of what you need to advance in selection processes. 

Always strive to improve.

Growing is never a bad thing. To stay competitive in the job market and land your dream job, it's important to always improve. Some ways to do this include seeking out courses, both free and paid, on various platforms.

Considering the tip above, job postings can also help you and point you in the right direction, suggesting what you can learn to enhance your resume. 

Develop yourself beyond your area of expertise.

The digital world offers broad and also extremely specific opportunities. Therefore, it's important to go beyond the basics of your field and develop skills that set you apart in general job applications and make you suitable for more niche positions.

One example: if you're an administrator, you can expand your career in several areas not directly related. Why not do a... Power BI course and learn how to record and analyze data to generate valuable insights for a company or team? Or perhaps, Studying Neuroscience to understand what customers need? Even a course on basic programming This can be useful because it helps to identify flaws and potential improvements within the work environment.

Seek out reputable and prestigious institutions for your education.

Education is never a bad thing, and a good education is one of the best assets for the job market. Reputable institutions can make all the difference for a memorable resume, as recruiters will better understand the institution's tradition and quality simply by seeing its name.

A ESEG College, For example, it is part of the Etapa Group, one of the largest and most traditional educational groups in Brazil and São Paulo. Etapa's teaching quality is an educational benchmark, and... ESEG College guarantees the brand's strong teaching.

Our college reinforces Etapa's commitment to quality.