Stay-at-Home Moms Need a Career Plan

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I think staying at home is great if you can. Home based business is great if you can ind the right one. I have one if your interested and I'm doing well.

Tawana Denis of NJ 11:10PM September 06, 2010

I am 37 recently divorced with a 4 and 1 year-old. I went to Katharine Gibbs business school after high school. I have not worked for a while. I need to get my life back on track and support my children. I don't know what to do. I don't have time to devote 4 years of school. Any suggestions. I am smart and competant but lack self esteem.

Anna of PA 10:33AM November 05, 2009

I am pleased to let your readers know that now there is a safe haven for moms to go to get the advice, support and solutions they need to return to the workforce....
If you need a Career Coach, Psychotherapist (to help you with the feeling of guilt), a National Job Board, experts in Child Care, Workstyle/Lifestyle, Elder Care, Health, Parenting, etc. We have thousands of like-minded moms who are all facing the same issues.
We did research with 100's of moms who were contemplating a return to work...and we know moms can somtimes feel alone...but now there's a place for you to go and get the help you need at no cost.
See you in the community!
Terry Starr
Co-Founder
MyWorkButterfly.com

Terry Starr of NJ 6:10PM October 06, 2009

If you are going to try a stay at home business don't try MyeBizPro. When I was looking at starting an on line business they called me and made it sound great that is until I gave them my money. They were very misleading about the other costs. Find out the hidden costs before you sign up for any stay at home business.

Estelle of WA 1:28PM September 24, 2009

I work at the office and my colleague is a telecommuting stay-at-home mom. Worst idea ever. Her 4 year old is constantly screaming in the background when we're trying to get things done. It's irritating and horrible.

Lily of DC 9:47AM August 12, 2009

Sharon has accumulated a great list of ways to keep yourself involved to facilitate re-entry when (or if) the time comes. One of the benefits of today's Web 2.0 environment is the relative ease and low cost of starting a blog or otherwise establishing an online professional presence for yourself. The small investment of your time will pay many dividends down the road. Two thumbs up for valuable tips that I will be sure to pass on to my clients!

Laurie Berenson, CPRW of NJ 10:13PM August 07, 2009

Any parent who has devoted their life to raising well adjusted kids who are able to cope with the realities of life has stronger practical and business skills than the average MBA. Technology changes so rapidly that any person of reasonable intelligence and effort can regain up to date technical skills quite quickly. The average single professional has little grasp of the complexities, demands and subtleties of being a devoted parent. Sorry but I will take an inexperienced parent returning to the work force any day over a book smart ego-centrist anyday. The don't know how to deal with adversity or changing situations and balance the needs of the company, the market, personal and family needs.

J Songin of NY 2:01PM August 07, 2009

Six years later and three kids down, and I'm aching to get back into the workforce. Not staying current has completely pushed me out of the market despite the fact that I am degreed. I've applied for so many jobs, but I'm beginning to feel discouraged.
This article is definitely good advice that I would pass onto any new mom.
Thanks!

Charlotte of CA 12:25AM August 07, 2009

I agree with Sharon's reminder to keep an eye on the future. As a mom and a career counselor, I didn't always do what my professional training said to do, and it really erodes one's confidence, making your re-entry harder than it needs to be.
Stay-at-home parents need reminders that what they are doing is valuable for their families and for society. And many employers you'll meet one day are understanding and appreciative of that. Many will not be. Stay involved with what you used to enjoy. Thanks, Sharon. As usual, your writing is relevant, engaging, and worthwhile.

Anne Simcox Headley of MD 8:16PM August 06, 2009