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Mastering the Mommy Track: Juggling Career and Kids In Uncertain Times Paperback – September 16, 2012

by Erin Jay (Author)
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Many working mothers today face great tension between their families and careers. They are more likely than men to feel pressed for time and conflicted about being away from young children while working. They are also more likely to seek out help or guidance.

Mastering the Mommy Track tells the stories of everyday working mothers, the challenges they have faced, and lessons learned. It also offers solutions from experts on how mothers can overcome current issues in order to lead happy, healthy lives at home and work.

The Great Recession has had a deep impact on working mothers; this book delves into the issues these mothers have faced and timely solutions to overcome them. The Great Recession saw women working harder than ever before to support their families, many being the sole breadwinner while Dad stayed at home, caring for young kids. Many women also experienced burnout and depression, putting their children and spouse's needs above their own.
 
A 2010 Pew Research survey found that 30 months after it began, the Great Recession has led to a downsizing of Americans' expectations about their retirements and their children's future; a new frugality in their spending and borrowing habits; and a concern that it could take several years, at a minimum, for their house values and family finances to recover.

As we gradually recover from the economic slowdown, women are seeking to reclaim their lives. Mastering the Mommy Track helps them do this, offering timely case studies and solutions that work.

The dozen chapters each address critical issues women grapple with including: parenting, financial, time management, romance, psychological and nutrition/health. Mastering the Mommy Track, while not grim, takes a serious approach, telling the tales of women who have struggled through the economic downturn to achieve a new working attitude.  
 
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    206 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Business Books
  4. Publication date
    September 16, 2012
  5. Dimensions
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  6. ISBN-10
    1780991231
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    978-1780991238
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"Mastering the Mommy Track is just what the doctor ordered for any working mom who is looking to bring some sense of balance and normalcy to the chaos that is often her life." - Small Business Trends

"The book is worthy--thoughtfully organized and well written. All parents who read Jay's book are quite likely to feel fortunate that she took the time to share." - The ASJA Monthly

"Mastering the Mommy Track is a strong pick for the modern career woman looking for every advantage they can to get by." - Midwest Book Review

"Whether you're a working mom or a stay at home mom considering rejoining the workforce, this book has something for you." - Flexjobs.com

"Jay offers countless concrete tips for harried parents, including tips for better nutrition, finding time for your spouse, forging friendships as a new (or seasoned) mom, time management, organization and keeping your cool at home." - Fun Finds for Families

"I found the book to be an easy read, full of stories of real women who have experienced struggles similar to mine and my friends." - North Texas Kids Magazine

"If You're a Mother Read This!" - Huffington Post

"Mastering the Mommy Track is a serious look at women and the stories of their lives as they struggle through the changes in our society and the economy of the early 21st century." - Defeating the Squirrels

"What I like the best about Erin's book is that she backs up much of her book with statistics and research. Mommy Track provides anecdotal support to the data she reveals from research. The result is usable advice that works." - Unconventional Librarian

About the Author

Erin Flynn Jay is a writer and publicity expert. Since 2001, Erin has been promoting authors of new books and small businesses in all industries. Erin has expertise in successfully obtaining print, online and broadcast media placements for experts and authors.
 
From 2002 to 2005, Erin worked as an in-house consultant for Planned TV Arts in New York City, where she booked city tours, radio tours and speaking engagements for authors in addition to placing them in newspapers and magazines. Before becoming self-employed, Erin worked at D.E.I. Management Group, Inc., an international sales training company as a writer and editor for over four years. Her primary role there was to customize hundreds of training programs each year for Fortune 500 clients in every field.  

As a Managing Editor of Stephan Schiffman's Executive Sales Briefing, she recruited writers and edited this monthly publication. In 2010, Erin wrote extensively about timely professional coaching topics for coachingcommons.org. Erin's articles have appeared in diverse publications including careerbuilder.com, MSN Careers, Brandweek, Costco Connection, Opportunity World, Sales and Marketing Excellence, The New York Enterprise Report and Wealth Manager.

Erin received a B.A. in Communication from the University of Scranton in PA and lives in Philadelphia with her family.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Business Books (September 16, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 206 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1780991231
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1780991238
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.47 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.41 x 0.47 x 8.43 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful suggestions across a wide range of topics
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2012
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MASTERING THE MOMMY TRACK was conceived when the Erin Flynn Jay read a story of family struggle. She relates her own struggles in raising two daughters and working in a PR firm, while her husband was unemployed. One of the strengths in Jay's book is that in each chapter she interviews (or culls from other sources) experts on the topic. Her advice is measured and realistic. She affirms that parents' first responsibility is to their family--children and the couple--hence, the slant of her title. Each chapter is a separate take, so readers cam locate an issue in the Table of Contents and tap advice on that issue.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Mommy Stats prove it
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2012
One of the most difficult parts of life is balancing work and family life. As you may know, Unconventional Librarian is also a mother; so I was thrilled when my friend Erin Flynn Jay asked me to take part in her book tour reading: Mastering the Mommy Track.

I had the good fortune to meet Erin this year through a group of savvy social media women called Philly Social Media Moms. We all share the similar experiences and support and educate each other. Plus, we attend lots of parties, and you know how much PammyPam loves parties!

Erin's book, Mastering the Mommy Track is a comprehensive book for women struggling to do it all. To be sure, much of the advice in Mommy Track is geared toward young and new mothers, any parent, mothers especially can benefit from her valuable advice.

As a librarian, I'm trained to check sources for accuracy. I've been known to check famous author's sources and I've been lucky enough to praise them on their accuracy. What I like the best about Erin's book is that she backs up much of her book with statistics and research. Mommy Track provides anecdotal support to the data she reveals from research. The result is usable advice that works. I didn't need to verify any of Erin's information because she provided the proof herself!

Mommy Track is broken into four issues: Home, Health, Parenting, and Work Life. Each section is further broken into sub sections allowing the reader to find exactly the information she needs quickly and easily. The book can be read in its entirety or as needed, much like a workbook.

Erin's resources and insight are invaluable and as a parent of older children, I find that I'm still struggling with many of the issues discussed in the book (time management, sleep and health issues). I don't feel like you really ever master the mommy track, but rather get a handle on one segment before you move onto the next phase of mommyhood. It's comforting to know I'm not alone and I'm not crazy. But as the mad hatter says, we're all mad here. So, I guess I'm in good company!

COMING SOON: and interview with the author and a GIVEAWAY!

I give Erin's book 4 paws!
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Machel L. S
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for any expectant or current mothers
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2013
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This book is a logical and realistic guide on how to stay sane in a fast paced life as parent. If you are about to be a mother or a mother trying to figure out how to juggle your multi-tasking 'to-do' list, this book will give you the steps you might be missing out on without reading it first.
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Well written and quite useful in this busy world
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Guide for Working Moms
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2012
I recently had the pleasure of reading an informative, insightful, and helpful book titled Mastering the Mommy Track: Juggling Career and Kids in Uncertain Times by Erin Flynn Jay. Whether you are a mom who goes to the office to work, or one who works from the comfort of home like myself - you will relate to the community of working moms who openly share their experiences, opinions, and advice in this book. What's more is that it offers solutions from doctors, psychologists, life coaches, and other field experts that transforms this book into a working-mom handbook that can be referred to over and over again.

Erin is a Mom Trying to Handle it All

Erin Flynn Jay is a mom who knows this topic first hand. In fact, her inspiration for the book comes from her own life experience of raising two young girls while working as the president of her own publicity firm, Flynn Media. Erin shares personal stories of struggles and successes in making her home and work life a healthy and happy one; she is not only a voice, but a role model for working moms everywhere.

A Comprehensive Guide

Divided into four parts: Home Issues, Health Issues, Parenting Issues, and Work-Life Issues, Mastering the Mommy Track leaves no subject untouched. It offers insight into how to handle such things as mental health, communication, finances, romance, sleep deprivation, nutrition, parenting, childcare, support, time management, self-care, and work - all while playing the dual role as mom and career woman.

What Makes this Book Unique

Erin does not just summarize and offer expert advice - she creates a community for working moms to empower themselves with the information they need to lead happier lives. Juggling a career and kids is no easy task; it can feel isolating and overwhelming at times. Mastering the Mommy Track helps to break down these walls by sharing real-life stories of women who have "been there". No longer does a working mom have to feel like she's doing it all on her own - she can learn from and identify with the impressive mom contributors in this book.

Why You Should Check It Out

We all want what is best for our family, our children, and our careers. But the fact of the matter is that it's not always as easy as it seems. Mastering the Mommy Track by Erin Flynn Jay takes the guess work out of handling it all. With useful advice from her own experiences, working mothers who have been there, and field experts - you will find yourself not only reading this book once, but using it as a comprehensive guide to becoming the working mother of your dreams.
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