I started a business and have been doing fractional product leadership consulting for a bit. I'm exploring returning to a full-time product leadership role.

For those who have transitioned back to a full-time role after a career break, I'm curious:
How did you position your entrepreneurial or consulting experience to employers?
What strategies did you find most effective to get interviews?
Any particular platforms, communities, or networking tactics that worked especially well for you?

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