One of the most common new year resolutions people take is to return to work after an injury or accident. If you are also planning to start 2022 on the right note and return to work, you should do it confidently. Being confident will help you deal with challenges easily and maintain a cheerful outlook throughout the transition. To help make things easier for you, here are some tips on how to be more confident when returning to work in 2022

• Hone Your Skills

The first and easiest step you can take to start the journey is to hone your existing skills. You can practice what you did at work and be assured that you can still do your job with confidence and get the results the management expects of you.

• Learn New Skills

Another smart move to boost your confidence and make the return to work journey easier is to learn new skills. Do some research and find out what other skills you can learn to do your job better. If you have the time and resources, acquire the skills when you return to work and boost your productivity and efficiency. 

• Brush Up on Industry Changes

If you have been out of work for a while, many industry changes might have occurred in the meantime. So, you should re-look at your current industry knowledge and read useful resources online to see how things have changed and what you can do to adjust. 

• Talk to Your Boss

If you plan to return to your previous organization, have a one-on-one chat with your boss to be assured that your skills are still needed and that your place and position are still intact. You can also assure them that you will do your best and deliver the results the company needs and expects from you.

• Don’t Give Up

The return to work journey is often difficult and full of challenges. You should train your mind to solve every problem and have a “Never Say Die” attitude. It will help make things easier for you. 

• Talk to Someone You Trust

Talk to someone you can trust and share your feelings openly. This person can be your family member, a friend at work, or even your vocational counselor. Let them help you and support you when you need help. You don’t have to do everything alone!

Need More Help?

If you have been in a workplace injury/accident and you are looking to return to work with more confidence, then you can trust the vocational rehabilitation service offered by Laura M. Wilson & Associates Inc. We help you return to work with your previous employer when you are ready or can help you get a job you will love in an organization that will value you. We also offer constant support until you learn to thrive in your new job. 

We provide a wide array of services such as SJDB Service, RTWSP Service, Expert Witness, Vocational Evaluation, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling Services, and Transferable Skills Analysis. Our vocational rehabilitation counselors will decide which services are right for you and offer a solution that helps you return to work and retain your job. To know more about how we can help, you can book an appointment here or call us toll-free on (800) 531-5608.