Value in a career is not merely about putting in more time, but about the results you produce. Being a working parent with limited hours demands becoming more efficient and effective in your work, rather than just investing more time. It is essential to shift the mindset from equating value solely with time spent to focusing on developing higher skills and delivering tangible outcomes. Achieving balance between work and personal life requires being exceptional at what you do and generating value through proficiency and results, not just hours worked.