I am having work related problems. I have a 26mth old and a 7mth old and my current employer said I need to look for another job. I was told that my 32 hr a week schedule doesn't work for the firm, that I lack accountability because I have to leave when my kids are sick and that I put my kids first and they need someone who can put the company first. I turned down 2 other job offers to come here and was so clear about what I needed and expected, so nothing was a surprise. I feel like I was lied to and cheated. I am lacking self esteem now and worried I wont be able to find another part time job. WHen I was pregnant with my second child I was looking at telecommuting opportunities but wasn't able to find anyone willing to try it. I just need some encourage and someone who might know of a company or job that would allow telecommuting. I thought about watching other children since I love kids but I am worried that I might not find 2-3 kids and then would be short money wise. Plus my husband has no healthcare through his job so I don't know if we can afford independent healthcare. I jsut want to raise my kids and spend time with them but those goals seem to conflict with my field of work (CPA). I don't want to put work first because it isn't my first priority and never will be. Why is society so work oriented instead of family driven? Other countries all give you one year or more maturnity leave but here we are expected to work 50-60hr weeks with infants in daycare. I am worried about finding something that wont require long hours and who will understand the demands of young kids in daycare. Any advice or encouragement would be so appreciated. I wanted to move in with my mom so I could stay at home but my husband doesn't support it mainly because he doesn't want to be financially strapped and his parents both worked and thing daycare is great.
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Hi B.,
I understand what you're going through, and it's very difficult. For 'society' to change, it's going to take people with family values and flexible work ethics to start moving into management plus positions and make a change. Maybe one day.
I was wondering since you're a CPA, is there something you might start at home or as a consultant related to income tax? I don't know if that's an area you know, but some CPA's provide full tax services to individuals or small companies out of their homes. It's just a thought. If looking at telecommute, I would look at the larger corporations because many are now trying to cut down on overhead but not services. I know some of the insurance companies in town are moving toward more flexible arrangements.
If I hear of anything I'll let you know...hope this is a little helpful.
P.
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I have been where you are and I know exactly what you are going through. I too get so frustrated with society and its requirements for work and how they conflict with family.
Try working with a temp agency. They are more flexible on your hours and they can provide insurance as well.
Also, I would recommend home child care for your girls vs a daycare. Homecare providers are a bit less demanding on when you have to pick up children and I feel offer a bit more one on one than a daycare can offer.
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