Best Companies to Work For if You’re a Working Mom
I noticed that my insurance company for the past 10+ years – Allstate - is on the list of best companies for working moms. Kudos. So is Aflac, which I like and have used but their systems are so clunky and old school I gave up. Good to see Avon on the list too (since they are very progressive in general about empowering women).
New moms will need some accomodation if you want to retain them. They tend to be very loyal to companies that give them flexible work options while their children are young. I admire Rachel at Today’s Mama for her mom-friendly company.
I think almost all work for a supplemental income. She’s been able to
get some great talent this way.
My experience in this regard wasn’t that great. As a new mom I gave up after a week. I took a job for much less pay, so I could have flexible hours for two years (at a nonprofit). I feel the first two years of life are critical.
My son just started school. I see him for under 10 hours during the workweek. For me, this is one of the hardest parts of working full-time. Not as hard as not having health insurance or dependable income.
Moms have a huge impact on the future of our country. If we raise well-adjusted children, society as a whole benefits. If we don’t or can’t, we may all pay the price.
It’s important to note the way a civilization treats its women and children.
It says a lot about us and our priorities.
2 Responses to “Best Companies to Work For if You’re a Working Mom”
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September 26th, 2006 at 9:38 pm
AMEN! I would like to see more childcare at work places in Utah.. are there ANY that offer it onsite?
September 26th, 2006 at 10:32 pm
Not that I know of. I heard Tahitian Noni researched it. I believe the regulations made it more expensive than the service was worth. I thought someone should open a daycare near the Riverwoods for all the employers located around that area.
Best
Janet