Balancing Home and Career, Third Edition

Skills for Successful Life Management

Pamela J. Conrad

ISBN 10: 1-56052-355-7

ISBN 13: 978-1-56052-355-0

Description:
Written for busy working individuals who have other home and/or

outside commitments. This revised edition includes new chapters

on business, travel, and relocation. Case studies, tips, and

checklists focus on how to put quality time where you want it.

Table Of Contents:

Introduction: What Are You Juggling?
A Definition of Balance
Establishing Your Goals
Prioritize the Benefits of Working
Prioritize Your Responsibilities at Home
Prioritize Your Leisure Activities
Who Benefits When You Work
Balance Scale

The Homefront
Case 1: Debbie’s Dilemma
Homefront Expectations
Identify the Expectation Barriers
Time-Saving Tips at Home
Check Your Progress

Your Career
Case 2: The Missing Relationship
Two Ways to Measure Your Performance
Three Tips to Improve Your Productivity
Your Supervisor Has Expectations
Check Your Career Attitude

Leisure Time
Case 3: The Busy Couple
Fun Adds to the Happiness
Take Time for Fun
Four Steps to Physical Fitness
A Formula for Balance
Creative Ways to Improve Your Balance

Special Section
Building Self-Esteem in Your Child
Explore Child Care Options
Steps to Choosing Day Care
Day Care Interview Comparison
Checklist for Working Parents
Case 4: The Parent Trap

Balancing Act for Those Who Travel or Relocate
Travelers
Relocation
Outside Education

Summary
The Best Balance Exercise
Your Action Plan
Author’s Solutions to Cases
To Summarize
The Blame Game