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How One Parent Returned as a City Planner After a Decade Gap
In our 100th episode, Lucas and Luna examine the story of a former urban planner who returned after a 12-year gap raising twins. She started as a part-time permit reviewer for the city of Portland, Oregon, then used a mid-career fellowship to rebuild credentials and land a full-time senior planner role. Along the way, she overcame outdated software skills and a confidence gap by volunteering on a neighborhood transportation committee. The episode digs into the specific tactics she used to refresh her portfolio, network with city officials, and navigate the public sector hiring timeline. Lucas…
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