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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have a Master's degree in public policy, about 10 years experience in government affairs. I have 3 children and made the SAHM leap about 10 years ago.

I want to work close to home or from home from about 9 am to 2 pm, I want interesting, rewarding work (not interested in sales), I don't need benefits and I only need to net roughly $2500-$3000 a month. I am also willing to put in more hours from home after the kids' bedtime if needed.

Online searching is leaving me feeling discouraged.  I know that I need to network,but not sure how/where for what I am looking for.  I have a ton of contacts in DC, but live in the burbs and don't want to commute.

Am I being unreasonable?  
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Yup, you are absolutely looking for a unicorn of a job.

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OP, here.  I did say that I'm willing to put in more time in the evening.  I could do 9 am- 2 pm, then 8 pm-11 pm.  That wouldn't be part time, but more flex time.

If I commute, I lose time that I could be working.  I would be willing to do the occasional trip to DC, but would prefer not to have a daily commute.  If not a WAH, then something closer to home would be ideal, but telecommute is not a must if the work location is closer. If I have to dish out for an after school nanny (who would have to double as a driver, cook, cleaner, tutor), that cuts into the cost-benefit ratio.

To the PP's that say $2,500 - $3,000 (no benefits) seems unrealistic, what would you consider realistic?

To PP's that say those opportunities are out there - besides using personal networks, former colleagues (of course, good ideas) are there other resources you recommend for searching?  Has anyone had success with a career coach or head hunter?

Thanks again.

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$2500 gross/month might be realistic.[/quote]

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