There's a running list of skills I've acquired over the years, all of which are included on my resume. But I have come to find that life as a mom has brought with it some new interesting skills that unless you've been there, you might not appreciate but also rightfully deserve their own share on parchment paper.
They're a bit superhero in name, then again I think anyone who can do any of the listed below has superpowers! While they might not exactly apply to business, I've taken the liberty of translating them as such, it's amazing how they actually apply:
--Boogy Bandit: ability to leverage suction to evict even the most stubborn nose occupant!
Business Translation: "The Donald Trump"--hard nosed (no pun intended, ok maybe) and persistent with all transactions/deals and has no problem firing those who are not cooperative.
--One Handed Cape Crusader: manages daily tasks such as (but not limited to) answering phones, typing/facebooking, preparing bottles, pumping and even going potty--all with the use of only one arm; baby occupies the other.
Business Translation: "Jill-of-all trades or Queen multitasker" who gets pulled in multiple directions at once but does so with grace and even a smile on occasion.
--Diaper Avenger: implements the perfect transition from dirty to clean diaper and anticipates a solution for the unexpected toots and leaks that undoubtedly only occur once the clean diaper is exposed.
Business Translation: "The Salesman/woman" whose timing is impeccable and can close on any sale regardless of customer excuse because he/she has a convincing response to any point of hesitation...even if the salesperson's response is full of sh*t!
--Sing, Song Saver: creates melodies, some well known and others are originals, often made up on the spot, to soothe, comfort, deflect and even bring a smile to baby's face!
Business Translation: "The PR Spinster" whose sing, song and dance skills are vital to ensuring his/her client's public/private issues are presented in ways that protect and optimize image, brand and reputation.
I've only been at this a month...do you have one I missed? Don't be shy, add your mommy superhero persona as a comment! Let's see how many identifies we can create for ourselves.
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My favorite one from my nursing days was "advanced foot remote control reconnaissance". The ability to be seated nursing and discover the TV remote was across the couch/room/floor and stretch to reach it with just a foot as to not disturb the nursing latch. Then bring it toward you as to grab it with available hand.
ReplyDeleteAKA "stretch-leg-strong"