How'd She Do It - A Mom Corps Success Story

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Summary of professional experience: I joined Bain & Company in Boston (a global management consulting firm) right from college.  My first job was in the accounting department which was a good entry into the business world.  My goal was to pursue a career in human resources.  I was able to secure positions in recruiting and human resources, and eventually was promoted to Human Resources Manager. While at Bain, I pursued my MBA at night.  After I became a mom, I was able to move into a job-share position which worked seamlessly and was a great experience.  After working at Bain for 18 years and anticipating another child, I left to stay at home for a few years.

Why did you engage with Mom Corps? For 8 years I was a full-time mom and during this time we relocated to the DC area.  I really enjoyed being a full-time mom, but after the children started to get more independent I felt that I was ready to re-enter the workforce, on a part-time basis.  A friend told me about Mom Corps and I signed up for the resume service and weekly email job alerts. 

How was your experience working with Mom Corps? Jen Bainbridge, President Mom Corps, Washington D.C., was so helpful to me because she focused on my skills and experience at Bain, instead of my 8 year employment gap.  Jen had some very helpful advice in terms of updating my skills and was very supportive when I went on my first interview.  I remember her saying “just be yourself, you will do great” which is just what I needed to hear!

How has having a flexible job through Mom Corps affected your work-life balance?  I was hired as a part-time contract employee and worked 2 days in the office and approximately another 3 – 5 hours from home per week.  Since my commute is over an hour each way, having the flexibility to work from home the other days is extremely helpful.  Also, my part-time schedule allows me to continue to volunteer at the school and do other activities. 

What is your go-to stress reliever?  Running is my stress reliever; it has gotten me through many stressful situations over the years. Presently, I am training for an upcoming ten mile race in DC, which I run every year.

How would you describe your overall experience? I have had a great experience at NACUBO and thoroughly enjoy the work, the organization and the people.  Mom Corps is a fantastic resource for working moms and I have recommended it to numerous people.  They help “bridge the gap” between home and work and offer many interesting opportunities for working moms!