Thank you DCUM

[Anonymous]

I know this is so un-DCUM like, but I wanted to thank all of those who have provided career advice to this current SAHM. I've been at home for over 3 years and just got my dream job: 100% teleworking, same 6-figure pay as before, full flexibility (I can set my own hours) and better position (my first executive director role). Once I became a stay at home parent, I quickly lost my professional network and was to insecure to ask other WOHMs for advice. This board has been a great, unbiased sounding board for me and your time/advice was appreciated. Now, someone please say something snarky to remind me why I really love DCUM.

[Anonymous]

Congratulations! I love to hear stories like these. Are there any details you feel comfortable sharing - which industry, and how did you find this particular position?

Signed full time WAHM, not thrilled with current job and considering options

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I know this is so un-DCUM like, but I wanted to thank all of those who have provided career advice to this current SAHM. I've been at home for over 3 years and just got my dream job: 100% teleworking, same 6-figure pay as before, full flexibility (I can set my own hours) and better position (my first executive director role). Once I became a stay at home parent, I quickly lost my professional network and was to insecure to ask other WOHMs for advice. This board has been a great, unbiased sounding board for me and your time/advice was appreciated. Now, someone please say something snarky to remind me why I really love DCUM.

You spelled "too" wrong, MORAN.

No, but seriously, that's awesome! Good for you!

[Anonymous]

Thank you for posting OP and congratulations! It gives some of us hope.

Do you have any advice for the rest of us?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know this is so un-DCUM like, but I wanted to thank all of those who have provided career advice to this current SAHM. I've been at home for over 3 years and just got my dream job: 100% teleworking, same 6-figure pay as before, full flexibility (I can set my own hours) and better position (my first executive director role). Once I became a stay at home parent, I quickly lost my professional network and was to insecure to ask other WOHMs for advice. This board has been a great, unbiased sounding board for me and your time/advice was appreciated. Now, someone please say something snarky to remind me why I really love DCUM.

You spelled "too" wrong, MORAN.

No, but seriously, that's awesome! Good for you!

You spelled "MORON" wrong, moron.

[Anonymous]

great job OP - hope something comes my way as well.

the job board to be honest, is a pretty supportive place unlike other forums.

I think in 2015, there are going to be more posting on here looking for advice and support as well.

[Anonymous]

Congratulations! You are giving me hope, I left a 6-figure salary job to SAHM three years ago. I'm applying to jobs ad looking forward to re-start my career.

[Anonymous]

I seriously don't believe OP. Not even a little bit.

The whole scenario sounds ridiculous. Hiring someone directly for a remote position. And the remote position is an Executive Director role.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know this is so un-DCUM like, but I wanted to thank all of those who have provided career advice to this current SAHM. I've been at home for over 3 years and just got my dream job: 100% teleworking, same 6-figure pay as before, full flexibility (I can set my own hours) and better position (my first executive director role). Once I became a stay at home parent, I quickly lost my professional network and was to insecure to ask other WOHMs for advice. This board has been a great, unbiased sounding board for me and your time/advice was appreciated. Now, someone please say something snarky to remind me why I really love DCUM.

You spelled "too" wrong, MORAN.

No, but seriously, that's awesome! Good for you!

You spelled "MORON" wrong, moron.

LOL. And OP used "to" correctly.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I seriously don't believe OP. Not even a little bit.

The whole scenario sounds ridiculous. Hiring someone directly for a remote position. And the remote position is an Executive Director role.

Here you go, OP -- snark just like you asked.

[Anonymous]

Congrats - it is nice to see that this can be a positive community!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I seriously don't believe OP. Not even a little bit.

The whole scenario sounds ridiculous. Hiring someone directly for a remote position. And the remote position is an Executive Director role.

I thought the same thing. Not too many exec directors are 100% remote

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know this is so un-DCUM like, but I wanted to thank all of those who have provided career advice to this current SAHM. I've been at home for over 3 years and just got my dream job: 100% teleworking, same 6-figure pay as before, full flexibility (I can set my own hours) and better position (my first executive director role). Once I became a stay at home parent, I quickly lost my professional network and was to insecure to ask other WOHMs for advice. This board has been a great, unbiased sounding board for me and your time/advice was appreciated. Now, someone please say something snarky to remind me why I really love DCUM.

You spelled "too" wrong, MORAN.

No, but seriously, that's awesome! Good for you!

You spelled "MORON" wrong, moron.

LOL. And OP used "to" correctly.

Oh, man...PLEASE tell me you both are being sarcastic. Just in case you're not:

A. OP said she was "to insecure to ask" for advice

B. How is anyone in 2014 not familiar with this?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I seriously don't believe OP. Not even a little bit.

The whole scenario sounds ridiculous. Hiring someone directly for a remote position. And the remote position is an Executive Director role.

I thought the same thing. Not too many exec directors are 100% remote

I *want* to believe OP, but there would be very few opportunities like this - especially if she wasn't using her existing network. Congrats to her if it's legit.

[Anonymous]

OP here. Thanks for the snark especially about not believing (one of my favorite comments on DCUM). It's for a small trade association that's moving away from an AMC to a virtual office--everyone will work from home minus local committee meetings/member events.

My best advice is to invest in a great resume and cover letter. Once you get an interview, prepare for it. Go overboard--I spent days putting together a proposal and presentation (some of which was required, but some wasn't). Was I the world's greatest presenter? No, but I gave them some great solutions that were tangible and hit home. I also went "big" with some of those ideas figuring that I only wanted to work at a place that would fit my personality/management style (a very risky move).

FWIW, I literally addressed my time off in 1 sentence within my cover letter. The hiring committee was 4 women and 2 men and no one ever inquired about it. Thanks again and good luck to everyone who is looking.