Sara Lee Creates Returnships -- So Smart!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Many moms have done or are doing the whole flextime, part-time, opting out, opting in dance and oftentimes find themselves wanting to return to the workforce full-time after their children are old enough to spread their wings a bit. This decision is too often fraught with obstacles, especially for moms as they tend to remain out of the corporate world longer. To counter this, Sara L
ee has created an internship-like opportunity for experienced mid-career professionals to re-enter the workforce following an extended leave. Sara Lee's CEO, Brenda Barnes created the program; she has her own unique return-to-work story, having left PepsiCo North America as CEO in order to raise a family before being tapped by Sara Lee.
Program Objective
The Returnships @ Sara Lee (SM) program is designed to attract experienced mid-career individuals who have been out of the workforce for a number of years and who are interested in returning. Sara Lee believe this is a largely unrealized potential pool of talent; a pool consistent with our consumer profile.
Designed as internships for experienced professionals, Returnships allow candidates to re-engage with the corporate world through flexible, meaningful work and to "test the waters" prior to exploring permanent -- not necessarily full-time -- roles.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should possess the following qualifications
Education
Minimum BA or BS; advanced degree desired but not required
Years experience
Minimum 5 -- 10 years professional experience; Likely 3+ years out of the workforce
Career level
Mid-level professional in functions/roles such as marketing, sales, human resources, legal, finance, operations, ta
x, treasury, internal audit, IT
Interest
Initial 4 - 6 month "Returnships" with interest in potential permanent (possibly flex/not full-time) position; Minimum 20 hours per week for four to six months
Additional Leadership Experience
Not-for-profit, community, school, etc. leadership roles desired but not required
ee has created an internship-like opportunity for experienced mid-career professionals to re-enter the workforce following an extended leave. Sara Lee's CEO, Brenda Barnes created the program; she has her own unique return-to-work story, having left PepsiCo North America as CEO in order to raise a family before being tapped by Sara Lee.Program Objective
The Returnships @ Sara Lee (SM) program is designed to attract experienced mid-career individuals who have been out of the workforce for a number of years and who are interested in returning. Sara Lee believe this is a largely unrealized potential pool of talent; a pool consistent with our consumer profile.
Designed as internships for experienced professionals, Returnships allow candidates to re-engage with the corporate world through flexible, meaningful work and to "test the waters" prior to exploring permanent -- not necessarily full-time -- roles.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should possess the following qualifications
Education
Minimum BA or BS; advanced degree desired but not required
Years experience
Minimum 5 -- 10 years professional experience; Likely 3+ years out of the workforce
Career level
Mid-level professional in functions/roles such as marketing, sales, human resources, legal, finance, operations, ta
x, treasury, internal audit, ITInterest
Initial 4 - 6 month "Returnships" with interest in potential permanent (possibly flex/not full-time) position; Minimum 20 hours per week for four to six months
Additional Leadership Experience
Not-for-profit, community, school, etc. leadership roles desired but not required
On the Net: www.saralee.com
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 8:33 AM,
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McAfee's Teen/ Mom Internet Safety Survey
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Yesterday I had an amazing conversation with McAfee's Chief Cyber Security Mom, Tracy Mooney, and Family Internet Safety Advisor, Parry Aftab. McAfee has just released a comprehensive study about teen's Net use and it has many people concerned. Of note, here are a few statistics I found particularly troubling: - 18% of teens have been stalked or approached by a stranger or someone they don't know and 28% report that this has happened to a friend or someone they know
- 20% say their friends have been cyberpranked
- 34% of teen girls have given out personal information online to someone they don't know offline, including one if four (24%) who have shared personal photos and/ or physical descriptions of themselves (2x as many as boys)
s if they can connect with others or if they have Internet access.Parry Aftab stressed that all parents should use the 3Cs approach to new technology: content, contact and cost.
From her McAfee blog she writes:
Content includes things our children can see, access and do online. It might include false information, sexually-explicit graphics, or hate-based material. It also might include fun and entertaining activities for our children.
Contact involves ways that our children can communicate online with others or that others can reach out and communicate with our children.
Cost may encompass commercial risks and abuses, such as data collection; advertising, marketing and promotional online activities; or things you can buy on Amazon.com. It may also involve piracy and our children, and possibly being sued by the music or motion picture industry for illegal downloads. (Source)
And to read expert advice, check out Parry Aftab's McAfee blog.
As the holiday season races full steam ahead, Tracy and Parry will offer more information and quick tips for moms on how to best keep your children safe online and how you can determine the types of tech devices you would like your kids to own.
- Jennifer James, Editor
Labels: parenting, technology
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 8:46 AM,
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November's Real Simple
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
It's funny because I rarely, if ever, pick up a magazine on the newsstand. I was just talking to a seasoned magazine publisher yesterday and she mentioned that 73% of magazines end up being shredded at the end of each month because people typically don't buy magazines off the shelves. I must be typical because it's a rare occasion when I plunk down cold, hard cash for a magazine.
But last week I bought the latest issue of Real Simple and it was a wonderful read, even though I still have about a quarter of the issue to read still.
Two articles that really stuck out to me were Your Fastest, Easiest, Tastiest Thanksgiving Ever on page 250 and Dress Up Your Eyes on page 262. I am definitely going to recreate -- to the best of my ability -- the Thanksgiving meal they so artfully laid out and so graciously provided detailed recipes for. This article will save me countless hours trying to come up with Thanksgiving dinner off the top of my head. Check out those articles; they're well worth the read or buy a 1-year subscription to Real Simple. I did because the $4.50 newsstand price is a killer.
- Jennifer James, Editor
Labels: magazines
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 12:44 AM,
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Vacation in Mexico for the Holidays, but on a Budget
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Mexico has several resort towns that are family friendly. All-inclusive Tesoro Manzanillo Resorts (rates start at only $185 per night) offers families a budget friendly resort to stay, with a variety of amenit
ies, including their one of a kind Corsarios Kids Club. It's the only kids club in Manzanillo, Mexico that not only has fully supervised activities during the day, but at night as well.Check out these five Manzanillo family adventures.
It's No Hurdle to Spot a Turtle
Turtle Sanctuary: Your adventure begins as you drive through miles of coconut palms and the 31-mile-long Cuyutlan lagoon. Before arriving at the sanctuary, you'll see water birds, banana plantations, salt mining and even brick making. Observe turtles of all sizes being raised and studied in pools, then released into the sea. Have your camera ready for a family photo with an alligator (in captivity) who smiles for pictures. Don't forget t
o save time for the infamous Salt Museum nearby and enjoy lunch on a beach made entirely of black sand. Sand castles anyone? Price: $3.75 per personWhere Fun Erupts
El Volcan de Fuego: Your entire family will be in awe of the majestic mountains and of course the towering 13,000 ft. active volcano. Currently exploding several times a day, and with episodic lava domes and flows, this is definitely an exciting site to see. People come near and far to witness the most active volcano in Mexico and its surrounding lush, forested valley and tranquil lagoon. Price: $74 per person for 9 hour tour
Kids Are Always VIP
Corsarios Kids Club: A special club just for kids and only offered at Tesoro Resorts in Manzanillo. Upon hotel check-in, your little one receives a VIP "Little Treasures" tote full of games, prizes and a personal invitation to join the Corsarios Kids Club, offering everything imaginable -- from pottery lessons, water volleyball games or learning to build a kite to treasure hunts on the beach, water slide action and movies galore. The best part is the club is fully supervised allowing mom and dad time to experience their own kind of fun. *Free for guests at hotel. Price: Rates start at $185 per night/per room
www.tesororesorts.com
Water Wonders Above and Below
Pacific Paddlers Kayak Tour & Snorkel: Sit-on-top of inflatable kayaks as you tour through the Juluapan Lagoon. There you'll see hundreds of water birds, including herons, pelicans, frigates, ducks, crakes and sandpipers. Mom and dad, no worries, the kayaks have comfortable, adjustable padded seats to make it a great trip no matter what your age. After about an hour's paddle, break for snacks and refreshments before getting wet. Then you’ll head out to snorkel at the 10,000-year-old coral reef, "Aquarium," for an up close eco-adventure. Price: $44 per person
Sounds Fishy... But Fun
Ocean Pacific Adventures Deep Sea Fishing Tour: While staying at the "Sailfish Capital" of the world, take your family aboard a 26 foot boat with a sheltered cabin for a 5 hour excursion of deep sea fishing fun. The veteran crew will escort you into just the right spots where you can catch some savory souvenirs. On your voyage, enjoy cold beer and soft drinks included, along with all licenses, fees, permits, lines and tackle. Price: $245 for boat
Travel Photo Books
Create photo books to capture every moment of your fun starting from Turtle Sanctuary to Ocean Pacific Adventures Deep Sea Fishing Tour and more. Download SmileBooks' free photo album software. It’s a perfect way to share all your special vacation memories with family and friends.
Labels: family, parenting, travel
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 8:43 AM,
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WIN A MEGA MANFRED MANTIS PLAYSET FOR YOUR KIDS!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Thanks to the great team at Manfred Mantis, The Mom Salon has a fantastic (not to mention exclusive) blogger promotion to offer- starting NOW!Manfred Mantis is the premium home playset system for the 21st century! A new world of adventure awaits and will make your backyard the envy of the neighborhood kids. Its curvy silver steel lines and bright plastic activities will look great in your yard as your kids grow and develop.
Not only fun, Manfred Mantis playsets are specially designed to promote healthy child development and help enhance fine and gross motor skills through active play. To find out more, visit their website at www.manfredmantis.com.
For the chance to win a Mega Manfred Mantis of your very own, simply leave a comment explaining why you should have one in your backyard. Are you struggling to get your kids outdoors and away from the TV? Manfred Mantis could be the solution and we want to know why!
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Labels: giveaways
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 2:10 AM,
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Absolutely Love This: B's Purses
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Many of you have probably already heard about B's Purses as they have been featured on Rachel Ray and The View and many, many other media outlets, but since I don't watch television, B's Purses are all new to me. Even though I've only learned about them, I'm just as enthusiastic about them as countless women are across the country.Here's the rundown: If you are looking for a baby bag that has personality and is fashionable instead of frumpy and only functional, you should definitely check out bspurses.com. On bspurses.com you can customize your very own baby bag, the Scottsdale, by choosing the fabric (inside and out), handle, piping, monogramming (her name or the baby's), plastic liner, and label to fit any style, stroller, or accessory.
I love that you can design your very own purse that matches your tastes and fashion style. How many of you had a run-of-the-mill baby bag from a big baby department store? I did. Bor.ing!
B's Purses -- a company started by three savvy mom entrepreneurs -- does not simply sell baby bags, though. They sell all types of purses and bags from coin purses to get this, luggage, and each piece is customizable to your taste with a plethora of fabrics to choose from. And women are getting in on the popularity of B's Purses by becoming reps and hosting Purse Parties in their home. How innovative is that? I watched the whole video of how to become a rep. Tempting. Check it out!
-- Jennifer James, Editor
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 11:48 PM,
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