The Best of Both Worlds
How Mothers Can Find Full-Time Satisfaction in Part-Time Work
Beth Brykman
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Description
How can mothers bridge the gap between the worlds of "mom" and "career woman" to find work-life balance? By working part-time. This informative guide tells both stay-at-home and full-time working mothers how they can reengage or redefine their careers while still having time to care for their children. The author--a mother and a former business executive, entrepreneur, and self-employed writer--provides all the information moms need to find the ideal employment solution in today's job market. For some women that means returning to the job market, while for others that means reducing hours with a current employer or changing jobs to obtain part-time work. The author also offers suggestions for defining personal objectives, networking, approaching job-sharing, and starting a business to help land part-time jobs. Based on interviews with over one hundred part-time working women from a large cross-section of vocations, the book is rich with examples of what women in a variety of careers did to gain part-time employment. A majority report that working part-time gives them the "best of both worlds." By retelling their stories, the author has created a book that is realistic, useful, and an excellent reference.This is the perfect starting point for mothers who want to learn how they can fulfill family needs, earn income, and gain self-satisfaction.
Product Details
| Publisher | Prometheus Books |
| Publish Date | November 08, 2016 |
| Pages | 260 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Paperback / softback |
| EAN/UPC | 9781633882478 |
| Dimensions | 8.9 X 6.0 X 0.9 inches | 0.6 pounds |
About the Author
Beth Brykman is the author of The Wall between Women: The Conflict between Stay-at-Home and Employed Mothers and Second Wind: The Resilience of Women. She has also written for the New England Journal of Public Policy. She has managed her own part-time consulting business, Brykman Consulting Services; has held senior marketing positions at Kraft General Foods and Pittsburgh Brewing Company; and has worked in product management for Ralston Purina, HJ Heinz, and Frito-Lay.
Reviews
""The treasury of anecdotes from women who found creative solutions to their employment woes could serve as good therapy for mothers who have already switched to part-time work or are considering doing so."--Booklist"An informative, easy-to-read guide for mothers who are ready, willing, and able to reap the benefits of part-time employment. Using real-life stories from interviews with over one hundred working women, Beth Brykman shares details and insights about both the advantages and challenges of pursuing a balanced life through part-time work. A must-read for anyone considering scaling back from or jumping back into the workforce after some time off."--Sherrie Bourg Carter, author of High-Octane Women"The Best of Both Worlds is a must-read for women in and out of the labor market. It's full of insights and real-life examples of women who have made tough decisions about their careers and family life. This book is a step-by-step guide to part-time success in today's rapidly changing economy."--William Bloomfield, PhD, founder and managing partner, Civic Strategies Partners"Where was this book twenty-five years ago, when I was frantically trying to juggle family and career responsibilities? Beth Brykman's insights into the working woman's quest for a balanced life shine a light on what is possible, desirable, and achievable once we calm our minds and look at the bigger picture. Brykman delves into this subject in an honest and straightforward way." --Mary S. Harpenau, partner/executive art director, ACG Multimedia"A captivating and inspirational book on how mothers can achieve a work-life balance through part-time work. A powerful resource full of practical wisdom, supported by engaging interviews and fascinating back stories of successful part-timers."--Deborah Clarke, partner, Element C Design and former trial attorney "A step-by-step recipe to find your personal, individual success. A must-read for all women wanting a family and career. But even more importantly, The Best of Both Worlds is the perfect gift for a woman who feels she must give up motherhood. This book gives her a third choice."--Pam Wauligman, owner, Performance Construction
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