Posted June 28, 2010 - 09:46 by Rhonda Franz
The current economy has created a tougher-than-ever job market. In families where Dad has traditionally been the bread-winner, this sometimes means big changes. And men trying to find re-employment are finding out that the stay-at-home gap in their resume can significantly affecting their chances of being hired.Posted April 21, 2010 - 22:24 by Rhonda Franz
It's hard to keep up with the research on multitasking. Of course, doing simultaneous jobs is not a new concept for moms and dads. What parent can get along without it?Posted April 1, 2010 - 06:45 by Lela Davidson
A new book poses a sketchy psychological theory about the connection between cheating and having a nanny as a baby boy. Or maybe the author just thinks women's place is in the home.Posted March 4, 2010 - 08:01 by Rhonda Franz
A new study suggests there are less-than-favorable perceptions of children whose moms work full-time. Is society really judging the children of working mothers? Or is it just more fodder for the Mommy Wars?Posted January 19, 2010 - 09:14 by Lain Ehmann
When I first heard about Mika Brzezinski's book, “All Things at Once,” (Weinstein Books, 2009), I was excited to read a book by a working mom who claims to have found a way to balance home and a very public, very demanding professional life. The flap copy sold me: “...Mika Brzezinski's illuminating book shows us all how to reach our full potential in all areas of life, at every stage of the journey.” Count me in!Posted December 31, 2009 - 08:23 by Lela Davidson
Resolutions -- I know, I hate them too, but I’m making two subjective and non-measurable resolutions this year. And my 2010 will be the better for them. I feel it!Posted August 7, 2009 - 16:02 by Linsey Knerl
Working from home is the pits sometimes. When the beauty of watching your kids grow up rushes headlong into looming deadlines and "SHHH! Mommy's on a work call!"-- it's time to get some perspective. Here is a batch of fresh ideas, tips, and humor for those Work-At-Home parents we know.Posted February 23, 2009 - 17:51 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
Does your kid's school ask you to volunteer? Why should you have to? Do you do your dishes when you go to a restaurant? DO you read your own X-rays at the hospital? Why are we supposed to be in the classroom?Posted November 18, 2008 - 06:56 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
I’ve been a little absent from Parenting Squad because a little career boost sent me away from my usual routine. My unpublished short story collection won a very cool award. Yay! I had to leave the family behind a few days. There is nothing that more physically addresses a mom trying to have a career than a few days apart from the children.Posted September 24, 2008 - 05:40 by Lori Kerrigan
Are you trying to work-from-home? When searching for a work-from-home job one important thing to look out for is scams...if it looks too good to be true, it just might be!Posted August 13, 2008 - 17:23 by Sherry Pardy
Can't get out for a date? Why not bring Date Night In!Posted June 18, 2008 - 18:59 by Corina Fiore
The picture represents how I feel about unsolicited or absolute advice: angry and annoyed. I often ignore advice, shake my head in agreement, and move on my way. I wasn't always that way, and I was reminded of the havoc unsolicited advice can reap on a family when reading a message board this week.Posted April 22, 2008 - 09:00 by Sherry Pardy
Got a nasty case of Baby Blues or something a bit more serious? Try doing some spring cleaning to chase the clouds, and dust bunnies away!Posted March 24, 2008 - 19:29 by Sherry Pardy
Who would've thought Tracey Gold, of all people, would find herself at the epicenter of a firestorm. A debate war of the worst kind...a Mommy war.Posted March 18, 2008 - 12:52 by Sonja Stewart
Want to work from home, but have no idea where to begin? Let me tell you what I learned, the hard way. Trust me, it isn't easy, but it can be done. I'm going to walk you through it.Posted January 23, 2008 - 12:19 by Lela Davidson
Want to work from home? Reduced hours? Job-share? When neogitiating flexible working arrangements, presentation is everything. Read through this advice before sitting down with current or potential employers.Posted January 22, 2008 - 12:47 by Lela Davidson
Read this before you sit down with a current or future employer. Worker bees are plentiful, but if you've got valuable skills you can negotiate whatever terms you like. All you need to do is bulk up your confidence and do your homework. The keys are selling yourself and knowing your worth.It takes a squad. Get daily stories, news, and advice for you and your family. Subscribe today!
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| Posts | Cmts | |
|---|---|---|
| Lela Davidson | 3 | 6 |
| Rhonda Franz | 7 | 10 |
| Fred Lee | 6 | 4 |
| Sarah Winfrey | 7 | 0 |
| Julie Rains | 1 | 4 |
| Margaret Garcia-Couoh | 2 | 4 |
| Katrina Simeck | 2 | 2 |
| Lain Ehmann | 1 | 0 |
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