Back to Work: Employability Skills Workbook for 50+ Professionals

Knowledge alone doesn't get you hired. Action does. This workbook is where your comeback begins.

Designed as the hands-on companion to the Back to Work Training Handbook, this practical workbook guides you step by step through every stage of your return to employment. With structured exercises, reflection prompts, and action plans built in, you don't just read about getting back to work — you actually do the work, page by page.

Whether you're returning after a career break, pivoting to something new, or exploring self-employment for the first time, this workbook meets you where you are and moves you forward.

What You'll Work Through

• The Changing World of Work — understand today's job market and where you fit in it
• Mindset & Motivation — uncover your strengths, reframe your story, and rebuild your professional identity
• Overcoming Barriers — practical strategies for navigating age bias, racial inequality, and confidence gaps
• Digital Inclusion & Job Search Tools — get comfortable with the platforms and tools employers use today
• CVs & Application Forms — write a CV that gets noticed, not overlooked
• Interview Preparation — present yourself with confidence and land the role
• Self-Employment & Entrepreneurship — explore whether working for yourself is the right next chapter
• Your Next Steps Toolkit — leave with a clear, personalised action plan
• Useful Resources for Over-50s — a curated directory of support organisations and websites

Who Is This For?

• Over-50 professionals ready to take charge of their next career chapter
• Those returning after redundancy, illness, caring responsibilities, or long-term unemployment
• Anyone navigating age or racial bias in the job market
• Coaches, employment advisors, and trainers working with this demographic

"Your experience is your greatest asset. This workbook helps you prove it."

Available Formats

• Hardback — A premium physical copy delivered to your door, built to last through repeated use
• Ebook — Instant digital download delivered to your email immediately after purchase. Compatible with all devices including Kindle, iPad, and smartphones.