Working (Part-Time) for a Living

By: Laura Roe Stevens (View Profile)

Finally, if you are thinking of approaching your boss about part-time work, as Kali had to do, remember to stress the years of experience and any unique skills you have. For more help in preparing your pitch to your boss for a flexible position, check out WorkOptions.com. Pat Katepoo began this company to help professional moms successfully approach their employers about turning full-time jobs into part-time, job-share, or flex-week situations. Your company will have turn-over costs and training costs if you leave, and in the end, financially, may be better off with two part-time workers for a position. There is nothing to lose by inquiring.

 

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posted: 07.25.2007
Sue H
Having worked full time until I had my first child I also opted to go part time which was far better. I had a sense of being 'someone' while at work while having quality time at home with my son. Roll forward a few years I am now mom to three children, at home full time, totally broke but strangely feel more contented than I ever have. I had to get over a big personal hurdle that it's okay to be at home and 'just' be the home-maker. But now I've accepted that concept I have started working towards my new 'job'. I have recently read a number of articles by Alan Pease a well known Australian body language expert who says that a lot of problems we encounter now is that men and women's roles have started to cross over. Our natural instincts are borne from cave men times when men hunted and women cared for the home and children. That instinct is still there, we can't escape it and because women want more (like I have in the past) it causes us confusion and therefore stress.
posted: 07.19.2007
Theresa Marcarian
Always enjoy your articles and this one hits right at home. Thanks for all the information & tips.
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