Question

Mary Lou is planning to stay at home with her children until they enter first grade. Mary Lou's husband Bob, however, has just pointed out to her that this may not be such a good idea. Mary Lou is a trainer at a big company, and she loves her job. She teaches others how to use the latest computer software. He suggests that she still work part time if she can arrange it with her employer. What is a benefit of Bob's suggestion?

Answer 1

Bob's suggestion will allow Mary to find a middle ground between her family and her career.

Explanation:

Mary will be able to follow her career path which is rewarding and lucrative if she does not have to work full time because if she follows the path she will have to work part time and she will still have time to spare for her children.

The same goes for her family life because if she had to have chosen the job she would not be able to take care of her children and give them the upbringing she wants to, if she had left the job  she would have to let go of her career.