There is a possibility of a job change for me. But, it would require national travel... between 10 to 30 percent of the time.
I'm excited about the position because it would be a step up for me and would be about a 25% raise. But, at the same time, I currently have a job that I love, a job that is flexible that allows me to be at home with K most of the day on Mondays and allows me to basically make my own schedule when I need to.
I like to travel but the thought of being away from K for work up to 30 percent of the month makes me want to cry.
Any advice?
If you travel for work, how do you handle it with being a mom?
Re: NBR: anyone travel for work?
So I feel like I can only half way answer this so far. I am an Admissions Counselor for Spring Hill College. My job is to travel in the Fall and Spring to recruit students to the College. Luckily, I haven't had to do much travel this semester due to budget issues, and no overnights yet. However, the Fall will be a whole other story. From Steptember through the middle of November I will probibaly be gone anywhere from 4 to 7 weeks, only 1 week at a time. I am not really looking forward to being gone so much. I think knowing the DH is capible of handeling her in the evenings makes things easier. My only concern right now is I am the only one who has gotten up with her at night if need be. I do think it is going to be tough, but I am by far not the first in our office to do it. I wish I had some current experience to tell you, but I do understand the apprehension. I will be there shortly.
I work from home but travel for business meetings- although so far this year it's been extraordinarily slow business; I've only had 2 overnight trips so far this year...
This might sound horrible, but it was very tough when M was little. But his development was so rapid back then. Now that he's a toddler (and weaned), it's not that he's not growing and learning but I don't feel like I miss out on as much. Does that make sense?
Also, our situation is different- I leave him at the Nanny's (different house, non-parent). You'd be able to leave her with DH so her routine wouldn't change, your DH could give you any news/updates/photos during your travels and you'd feel comfortable with her care.
What about promotions or lateral movement later on? Could this position be a springboard for other opportunities where you'd be able to work from home or at least not have to travel much?
But I agree that 30% of the month/year still seems like a long time to be away from Miss K!
The Baby Blog.
This! Big time!