Looking for a bit of inspiration for those who have returned to their careers after having a baby.
I am really stuck with what to do with my career since having my baby - now 22months. I’ve been in the same role for 5 years, it’s really comfortable, super flexible, quite good pay, completely suits life with a young child, no work anxiety at all. Some days we are crazy busy and others quiet so I get away with doing housework as long as the work gets done. Sorry I know people of mumsnet hate admitting that about WFH but I do 😂
It’s full time but I reckon I could negotiate part time if I had to and I have considered it. BUT it now feels stale, I feel I can do so much more and there isn’t any room for progression on the team. My confidence has taken a bit of a nose dive and I am feeling so uninspired.
An opportunity has come up for me to apply for a more senior position where I’ll have more professional input using the knowledge I’ve gained working at the company. I sometimes struggle to believe I. myself when it comes to trying new things but when I get thrown in at the deep end, I thrive and really go for it so I’m not worried I won’t cope if I do get the job. On paper I tick all the boxes for this role.
I suppose my main concern is what if the work life balance becomes more difficult when I have it so easy now.
I just don’t know whether to stay in my cushty, easy, safe role or go for it and think of myself and my career long term.
YABU - get the fire back in your belly and go for the role!!
YANBU - take the easy, safe option while your child is young.