Adding “work” into the life balance equation
Balance.  For most women, this means managing work - to achieve better work/life harmony. A self-professed contrarian – I flipped this equation around and realized for me, balance meant adding work back into my life. After the birth of my second child, I made the decision to stay at home for a few years to be active in their young lives. I layered in activities like managing my stock portfolio, volunteering as Treasurer at my children’s local school and earning a second professional designation (that I barely mention, much less apply). While not every day at home was perfect,... More »

Flexible Employment

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Flexible Employment
In playgrounds everywhere moms can join the great debate of staying at home with children vs. returning to work. For many women the choice can be painful and gut-wrenching and feel like an all or nothing decision.  But does it have to be? Most moms will agree – a happy mom means a happy child.  And part of that happiness is the ability to balance the needs of children and family with a professional identity. But let’s face it, it can be tough to ‘have it all’ – maintaining a hands-on approach with multiple children (especially while they are... More »