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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]15:21

not sure what you mean, but 
yes, that would be best, hoping of course it is not a criminal record or something similar (?!)

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I don't want to hire someone conflicted about working in a full time career job.[/quote]

This attitude is so male and so "inside the box" as far as men and women, child rearing, and work are concerned. Other countries, particularly Scandinavian countries, are far more advanced in this area than is the U.S., which is stuck back in the 1920s, post-industrial revolution era when the workplace and home were separated, and women stayed at home with their babies and children.

That the U.S. workplace has not evolved does not mean that we should accept this situation. Women and men should demand flexible schedules to accommodate child rearing. Where is the next generation going to come from? How are we going to replace the retired workers if we don't accommodate child rearing?

Maintaining the status quo hurts everyone, SAHM, WOHM, dads as well. Everyone deserves better choices.

Working in a "full-time career job" should not require 80 hour workweeks. Some people want to work those hours, and others don't. Why not offer flexibility? Simply because it has not been done in recent memory does not mean it's the best choice, or the most cost-effective.

I used to work part time, and I was far more productive than most of my colleagues who worked 70 hour weeks. I'm very efficient and use my time productively. Per hour of work, I delivered far more for my employer's money than did my colleagues.

Changing a mindset takes generations, but it's possible. What's wrong is accepting that the way things are is the way they ought to be. Take it or shove it, is a pretty sad attitude, and a sign of a limited imagination. I wouldn't want to work for you, PP.  [/quote]

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