Work/Life Balance Tips for Moms
There is one struggle that seems to cross the boundaries of all forms of motherhood. Whether mothering a baby or a teen, and whether staying at home or working outside the home full time, the consistent challenge for all moms is time. There never seems to be enough of it.
Fortunately, there are moms out there finding a way to balance their time and proving to us all that work life balance doesn’t have to be a myth. At-Large City Councilor, Annissa Essaibi-George is one of four members of the Boston City Council that represents the entire City. She also happens to own a small business. Plus Annissa has four teenagers: Douglas, age 15, and triplets Kayden, Samir, and Charlie, age 13.
Annissa Essaibi-George is a woman on a mission, and she takes time management very seriously. As the Chair of the Committee on Education, she represents the voices of families, students, and teachers within the Boston Public Schools system. Annissa is also Chair of the Committee on Homelessness, Mental Health, and Recovery.
While her office is located at City Hall, Councilor Essaibi-George spends a large portion of her time out in the district to meet with constituents and/or partner organizations in her work. In order to serve her community to the best of her ability and handle the demands of having four boys, Annissa knows the importance of time management and scheduling. These things are absolutely essential to balancing her many responsibilities as a City Councilor and her personal life as a mom and small business owner.
Her trick to managing it all? Calendars.
