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| Cleanliness (Photo credit: felizberto - Emmanuel Avetta) |
You already know that being a mom is a
full-time job. You cook, you clean, you read stories and wipe runny noses, and
you keep the household running smoothly. If you think that your mom skills
don’t matter outside of the home, you’re wrong. Moms make excellent employees
thanks to the skills they’ve honed by raising children and taking care of the
home.
Cleanliness
Nobody wants to work with a slob. As a mom,
you already know that lunch goes in the trash when you’re done and crumbs
should not be left on the counter. You also know the best way to keep your
monitor clean and your keyboard free of crumbs. Cleanliness is a valuable skill
at any job, whether you’re a waitress, nurse, or office worker.
Organization
When you’re working hard to help customers
and clients, it helps to know where everything is located. Moms usually don’t
cram a bunch of pens, paper clips, and other random office supplies in a
drawer. They organize their supplies, and they also organize their time. After
years of planning and attending birthday parties, sporting events, and play
dates, moms know exactly how to make sure that every deadline is met.
Patience
Sometimes coworkers are annoying, but they’re
nothing you can’t handle. After all, you have the impressive ability to ignore
a full-blown toddler meltdown in the middle of a crowded store. Your moody boss
doesn’t scare you one bit, and neither do rude customers.
Punctuality
Well-rounded children participate in all
kinds of different activities, and you’re usually the one who makes sure they
get there on time. Juggling commitments, especially if you have multiple
children, makes you a master at punctuality. Your boss will love the fact that
you’re never late for scheduled shifts and meetings.
Negotiation
“Lucy, you can only watch the new episode of
iCarly if you eat all of your carrots”. Sound familiar? Moms know all about
negotiating to get what they want and need. This skill will help you handle
many different types of work-related issues, from demanding bosses to unhappy
clients.
Management
When your application asked if you had any
management experience, you considered checking “yes”. After all, you manage a
house filled with kids and pets. You might even have a husband that runs all
his decisions by you first. You call the shots, Mom, and there’s no reason why
you can’t do the same at your job. Don’t be surprised if your boss promotes you
fairly quickly. Moms have the skills needed to get the job done right – and
make sure that others do the same.
