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Ask the Expert: Finding Balance Natalie Gahrmann is a success coach and owner of N-R-G Coaching Associates, a private coaching company that specializes in helping working parents achieve mastery of work and life. Her clients experience more clarity, direction and alignment while reducing stress in their busy lives.
Stay-at-Home Mom Looks for Part-time JobStacey writes, "I am a stay at home. I am thinking that a part time job might boost my self esteem and take some of my thoughts away from the kids - giving me a needed break. I approached a book store for a part time job, and they suggested that I write up a description of what it is that I want to do for them. My question is, do you think I should assume anything about their business and discuss what I think they need based on my business experience? Or do you think I should talk about me, and why I want a job, and what value I might add to their organization? The truth is, I don't want to be employed or have a boss, but I want to have a check list of things to accomplish in a week that is not all about house and kids. The extra income will be a nice bonus, but really I am after a balance between kids and the real world."Answer: It seems that you want to create more fulfillment in your life more than you want to work as an employee. Getting a part-time position may not be the only way to boost your self-esteem. You may be able to volunteer, work independently, or create more structure in your life so that it's more meaningful. Create your own checklist of things you want to accomplish each week and track your results. Establish some personal and professional goals you can begin pursuing that will help make your life more multi-dimensional. The bookstore is offering you a unique opportunity to design the job you want to fill. Get clear on what skills and abilities you can provide and help sell them on the benefits of hiring you to meet a business need, if you want to work there. Get to know the bookstore and the challenges they face. Perhaps, you can be hired as part of the solution to a problem they noted. Ask lots of questions, observe what you see when you go there, and listen keenly to customers and store employees. Be sure you are clear on the value you can provide for any job you are seeking. How else can you obtain a balance between your motherhood responsibilities and the "real world"? People work for a number of reasons, but those who are unclear about why they are working are the least satisfied, especially when they don't 'need' the money. Stay in touch with your purpose of working so that you can attain the success and results you desire. Also, explore other options for achieving greater fulfillment in your life. Warmly, Coach Natalie
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