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I tried to ignore my sweaty palms and quick heartbeat as I walked into the waiting area for my dream job interview. I was excited, nervous, and tightly clutching a folder containing examples of related work experience and projects. I knew I had something great to offer, but I didn’t know who I was up against … Continue reading How to Discover What You Are Meant to Do
The definition of a working mom seems so widely misinterpreted, doesn’t it? I’ve heard so many people say that a stay at home mom (SAHM) must be on vacation 24/7 because they get to stay home with their kid(s) all the time. It’s not a real job. It's also disturbing that moms who had careers … Continue reading Going Back to Work After Baby
How do you know if you should go back to work or stay home with baby? Some women don’t have an option, but if you are unsure which way to go – I am afraid I don’t have the answer. BUT, I can offer my story about how I came to the conclusion to be … Continue reading Career Mom or SAHM?
I stared out the window after my counselor said those three words: “Nothing is permanent.” Somehow, those words comforted me. If anyone would have told me I’d have such a hard time transitioning back into my career after having my son, I would not have believed it. I love my job. But, here I am. … Continue reading Nothing is Permanent: 4 Ways to Handle Career Mom Guilt
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