Attitude & Moods: Myself
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Career - What Would You Do?
Asked by M.R. from Chicago
on October 15, 2010
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Current situation: After 15 years into your gig you have a job that pays six figures, is a fairly easy job. You're tenured and there is very little chance of getting ...
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- When you are 80 and look back what will you think? How old are your kids? In Europe it is more the culture to have a manageable job and then find fulfillment outsi...
- Yes you have itchy feet and want to explore. I think a lot of this desire comes after having children. You give birth and a whole new world opens up with many, many ...
- If you're getting paid 6 figures and can't aford the tuition to go back to school, how are you going to be able to aford not working for 2 years and taking a huge pay ...
New Career
Asked by T.P. from Dallas
on May 13, 2010
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I am contemplating a new career. I'd like to hear from those of you who either work in the fitness industry or are very close to someone who works in the fitness indu...
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- Hi T., I was where you are some 8 years back, hated my job,stressed out, then it was like my prayres were answered! I found an opportunity that I can do from the comf...
- My husband was a personal trainer at Bally's for many years (but it was pre-kids) the one thing that was frustrating was the fluctuation. Meaning if someone flaked on ...
- I worked at a Fitness Instructor and trainer in college and grad school. I loved it, but the money is highly dependent on the club/group you contract with. In genera...
Talking Back
Asked by N.K. from New York
on November 25, 2008
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My 4 1/2 year old son is constantly talking back and always has to have the last word. To an extent I imagine this is normal "I am the center of the universe" behavio...
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- Hi N., I agree with Diane. Consistency and consequences. My daughter gets privilges taken away from her if she talks back to me or I send her to her room until she ch...
- N., Sometimes you have to sit them down in a room that is distractionless (like I would use the kitchen floor in a pinch). Sit face to face, Indian-style, knees to...
- My daughter has been the Queen of Negotiation since she left the unterus. Everyone says she should be a lawyer, so it's not that bad (unless u live with it, right?). ...
Should I Call and Complain?
Asked by A.L. from Detroit
on October 1, 2010
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So today I had to go to Concentra (like a clinic) to get a drug test and physical for a new job that i'm starting. Well, with DH being out of town until tonight on bus...
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- I would complain. It doesn't matter whether you had a million people available to watch them or not...you should not have to get a sitter everytime you go somewhere. T...
- Call and complain, but just know you will probably get an "I'm sorry" and that will be it. So if you need to hear it call them, if not let it go. Not all medical peo...
- I would call and keep calling till something is done, that is unacceptable and totally uncalled for. Also I would tell you job what happened they may what to use anot...
This Job???
Asked by A.M. from College Station
on September 14, 2010
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I have currently been working at my job for 6 months or so I love my job but here is a little background (I work at a daycare) The pay is 8.00 an hour, I get no benifi...
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- Take the new job!!!!!!!! Staying in one place because of comfort will only continue to hold you back. I know, I've done home daycare and my neice was working at a fa...
- How do you not know what to do? There is NO reason to stay in your current job. Take the new job!
- Go for the benefits and pay raise!!!! Plus it's in an age group YOU WANT to work in. Go for it! You can always make more friends.
Talking Back Issues
Asked by J.M. from Kansas City
on March 17, 2007
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My son recently turned 6 and has begun talking back all the time. I am not sure if I should ignore the behavior, or if I should punish him for it. Simply talking to hi...
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- I disagree with the woman who suggested ignoring bad behavior. Your son is testing the limits. In a way, he's trying his wings and wondering how far he will be allowed...
- I have a 7yr old and have the same problem. I have a friend who had the same problem with her son. I'm being to believe that it is just an age thing. But I would sugg...
- My son is 4 1/2 and he has started this recently too. He goes to preschool so I think it's something he's picked up there. We have always done time out for him, so I j...
A Work at Home Job
Asked by H.R. from Dallas
on April 3, 2008
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I am looking for a work at home job that does not have inventory to sell. I know there are alot out there like that. If anyone could give me some information, it would...
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- Hi Heidi, I love what i do. I market for a health and wellness company and work with a great group of moms. There is no inventory, no selling, no cold calling. Vis...
- H., My situation is close to yours. I'm a teacher about to be a SAHM with 2 under 2 after June. I was very skeptical of scams, but I took the leap with a group of Mom...
- Hi H., I read some of your post and I am also in ignite. I do recommend checking it out. I signed up to earn extra money for my kids to stay in private school. I am...
Feeling Guilty for Giving up My Career.
Asked by T.R. from New York
on April 26, 2008
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For years I had "working mother's" guilt. Now, I'm finally able to stay home, and I have "walking away from my career" guilt. Has anyone else ever experienced this? ...
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- YOU are AWESOME for what you are doing!!!! I totally commend you!!! There is NO better or rewarding career than being a wife and mother!!! Just think of it this w...
- A letter to Dr. Laura Schlessinger from one of her listeners who made the decision to stay home with her kids: "I listen to you and often feel frustrated when you t...
- Is it guilt? I read your bio and you list, "hoping I'm not making any big mistakes along the way" as a fear. Could you be afraid that you are making a mistake? Wo...
Work, Maybe Stay Home, Career to Go in Just Not Sure??
Asked by D.S. from Los Angeles
on February 24, 2008
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I have a 4 year old and a 2 year old. I have stayed home for 3 years now, and I love it but would eventually like to go back to work when my children go to school. I...
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- My name is M. and I too was not sure what I wanted to do until I came accross this website I highly recommend for you to check it out http://www.sitesell.com/Maria37.h...
- I have a 4 year old and my motivation was that I wanted her to start pre school. Otherwise, we would have not had enough $ if I were to continue to stay home to put he...
- Cloe, I am a single parent that had to get back into the workforce due to a divorse and I had a couple of children that have not finished school. Being a stay home mo...
Need Help for a Career
Asked by K.H. from Dallas
on February 23, 2007
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Before the divorce, I was a sahm, and that was my career until the baby went to school- well that is all over now. I wonder where I can get some info for help figurin...
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- My advice is to do something in health care. Xray tech, ultra sound tech, pharmacy tech, nursing etc.. It is a hard road , but it will pay off in the end. You will ...
- Hi K.. I too, am a SAHM. I'm sorry to hear about your divorce. I can't imagine what a difficult time this must be to have to return to work, especially if you're no...
- I would suggest taking a personality test. Most colleges offer them to help people find a career they are good at, it might be worth your time, you could even find on...
