Bossed Up How to Find Sustainable Success as a Working Parent
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May 11, 2021 Daisy Dowling, Founder and CEO of Workparent, dives deep into the unique challenges faced by working parents. She discusses the importance of empathy in the workplace and offers practical strategies for navigating the transition to parenthood. Daisy emphasizes creating a 'working parent template' to improve communication and manage expectations. She sheds light on the obstacles of pursuing promotions post-maternity leave and shares tips on balancing professional and parental responsibilities, highlighting the benefits of community support for success.
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Create A Working Parent Template
- Map your "working parent template" by listing beliefs and expectations you picked up about parenthood and work.
- Replace unrealistic templates with a new, deliberate one that fits your upcoming reality.
Own Your Return Narrative
- Own your narrative with colleagues before and after parental leave by stating plans and continued ambition.
- Be explicit about how you'll approach work so others don't make assumptions for you.
Manager Assumed Reduced Schedule
- Daisy shared a personal story where a manager assumed a reduced schedule after she announced pregnancy.
- She lacked language to correct the assumption while still aiming for a promotion.
