I am having a difficult time trying to find a job that will pay the bills and also allow me to be there for my kids, I have passed up several opportunities because of this. I just got hired by Aflac insurance as a sales agent. I am really not a sales person, I am just running out of options. Does anyone have any ideas about good jobs for working moms, or any feedback about working for Aflac? Thanks.
2007-04-23 14:46:45 · 7 answers · asked by mjsills 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
suggest you visit library.
get '48 days to work you love'
'what colour is your parachute'
both have good recources listing.
read take note understand and take action.
grasp the concept as a mother you have and always be in sales - the truth.
get a copy of 'sale for dummies'
in sales you can earn what you are worth not the job and your kids deserve that.
do not allow your opinions , prejudgements,
assumptions and false expectations appearing real (fear) to enslave you.
decide to win, not become a weinner.
go for it , you deserve to win.
2007-04-23 15:01:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, I work in a similar field but I don't know exactly how Aflac operates. I work from home and I support my kids but I am still able to be a stay at home mom. I have gone through a divorce and was in a similar situation and it took me a LONG time to find a realistic answer to the problem. Email me if you would like and I can tell you about the company I work. We do not cold call or really do sales, but we do follow up with people who have requested information. I would be happy to share info with you if you are interested.
2007-04-23 15:13:37 · answer #2 · answered by Elaine W 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My heart goes out to you. You are going to have lead a very different life but remember - different can be better! You need to have the mindset that this is a chance for you to live your life according to your own wishes and dreams. First, you will get child support and if hubby is making good money then you will get good support for 4 kids. You should also make sure that the divorce requires him to put aside a certain amount of money into some type of educational saving plan for each kid. He should also be required to split the costs of all the extras the kids want to participate in. Second, depending on the ages of the kids - you will have to start working pretty soon. You should have a plan to present to the judge of how you can return and finish college in the next few years and what type of career you would like to pursue. If you are able to show a good, realistic plan for getting on your feet the judge is more likely to give you alimony to support you during that transitional time. In some states you are also likely to get alimoney because of the "implied agreement" you and your husband had during your marriage - that you would stay home and give up your earning power and he would go out and increase his earning power. Third, the burden should NOT be all on you. He is still the dad. He may have to start learning how to take care of kids, juggle schedules, prepare dinners. Make sure that if he is a loving capable dad he gets lots of time with the kids. That is time you can use to improve yourself, go to school, etc. The most important thing to focus on is how to help these kids through this very difficult transition. Remember, they will take all their cues from you and hubby. If you two remain kind and civil towards each other it will help your children deal with this situation. Again, remember to protect your husbands time with the kids as much as you protect your time with the kids. The children's issues are separate from the money issues and the two should never be confused!! Good luck.
2016-05-17 08:26:57 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a really tough position to be in. If you have been a stay at home mom for ten years, you may be entitled to spousal support (alimony) as well as child support. Sometimes alimony is "rehabilitive"--it lasts long enough for you to gain skills and support yourself.
There might be some career information available at your public library or local government social services. Answerer Robert W has some good advice about books.
Another thing to consider is what you're good at. You said you're not very good at sales. What skills or talents do you possess? I personally went to a counseling program that opened my eyes to careers I had never considered.
At least the job you have now is getting you back in the workforce. Sales is a skill that you can improve. Your library may have books that can help you.
Please check the links below for some more information. Good luck!
2007-04-23 15:09:52 · answer #4 · answered by Irene F 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depending on the ages, assuming they are not toddlers, you could try Real Estate when they are in school. Often times agents at Keller Williams look for a Buyers Agent that they give referraks to for a split in commission. They also hire alot of part time assistants and share the cost between agents. This is how alot of them start in the business.
2007-04-23 15:03:52 · answer #5 · answered by Mortgage Mary C 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If your children are all of school age, then you may consider something in your local independent school district.
That way, you have the same hours as your kids, including breaks and vacations.
Might be something worth looking into.
2007-04-23 21:52:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-04-23 14:49:09 · answer #7 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋