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Family assistant, entrepreneur parent, childcare for entrepreneurs, work from home mom, and family assistant job description โ if you're struggling to find childcare that actually supports the reality of running a business, this episode is for you.
After seven weeks, 136 applications, countless interviews, and more frustration than I thought possible, I finally discovered the problem: I wasn't looking for a nanny. I was looking for a family assistant.
In this episode of The Contentment Creator, I'm sharing exactly how I found our dream support person, where I posted the job, the exact family assistant job description I used, and why this approach completely changed the quality of applicants I received.
Watch The key to being unstoppable: https://youtu.be/Clw8zr1GZNA
This episode covers:
๐น Why Traditional Childcare Searches Weren't Working
Many entrepreneur parents and work-from-home moms need a different kind of support than a traditional nanny role provides. If you've felt frustrated trying to explain what you're looking for, there may be a reason.
๐น The Difference Between a Nanny and a Family Assistant
I break down the responsibilities, expectations, and mindset shifts that helped me realize I was recruiting for the wrong role entirely.
๐น The Exact Job Ad That Changed Everything
I'll share the actual family assistant job description I posted, the platform I used, the compensation range, and the small details that helped attract higher-quality candidates.
๐น Creating a Role That Supports Your Family and Business
As entrepreneur parents, our lives don't fit neatly into traditional boxes. Learn how I designed a role that supports childcare, household management, personal assistance, and creative business operations.
๐น How to Attract the Right Candidates
The goal isn't finding someone willing to do everything. The goal is creating a position that aligns with the strengths, interests, and goals of the right person.
If you're tired of trying to force your family's needs into a traditional childcare model, this episode may save you weeksโor monthsโof frustration.
Because sometimes the solution isn't finding a better candidate. It's getting clearer about the role you're actually trying to fill.
๐ Subscribe for weekly episodes on entrepreneurship, conscious parenting, creativity, personal development, and building a life that truly works for your family.
๐ If you're an entrepreneur parent, what kind of support would make the biggest difference in your life right now? Let me know in the comments.
0:28 โ Context: link to Tuesday's episode
0:51 โ Where to search for childcare in your area
1:13 โ Research your local market
2:07 โ If you just want a nanny, this video isn't for you
2:33 โ Why work-from-home parents scare off nannies
3:15 โ Nannies vs. work-from-home parents explained
3:23 โ The Mrs. Doubtfire nanny problem
3:57 โ Where things got spicy: wanting a true partner
4:54 โ The reframe: you need a **family assistant**
5:22 โ Caveat: quality support = quality compensation
6:10 โ The creative twist: content creation support
7:09 โ The dream role: family + creative ops assistant
7:22 โ The actual job ad (verbatim)
11:24 โ Posted on Indeed โ how it worked
13:21 โ Closing encouragement
13:47 โ Outro
By Ellen BroenFamily assistant, entrepreneur parent, childcare for entrepreneurs, work from home mom, and family assistant job description โ if you're struggling to find childcare that actually supports the reality of running a business, this episode is for you.
After seven weeks, 136 applications, countless interviews, and more frustration than I thought possible, I finally discovered the problem: I wasn't looking for a nanny. I was looking for a family assistant.
In this episode of The Contentment Creator, I'm sharing exactly how I found our dream support person, where I posted the job, the exact family assistant job description I used, and why this approach completely changed the quality of applicants I received.
Watch The key to being unstoppable: https://youtu.be/Clw8zr1GZNA
This episode covers:
๐น Why Traditional Childcare Searches Weren't Working
Many entrepreneur parents and work-from-home moms need a different kind of support than a traditional nanny role provides. If you've felt frustrated trying to explain what you're looking for, there may be a reason.
๐น The Difference Between a Nanny and a Family Assistant
I break down the responsibilities, expectations, and mindset shifts that helped me realize I was recruiting for the wrong role entirely.
๐น The Exact Job Ad That Changed Everything
I'll share the actual family assistant job description I posted, the platform I used, the compensation range, and the small details that helped attract higher-quality candidates.
๐น Creating a Role That Supports Your Family and Business
As entrepreneur parents, our lives don't fit neatly into traditional boxes. Learn how I designed a role that supports childcare, household management, personal assistance, and creative business operations.
๐น How to Attract the Right Candidates
The goal isn't finding someone willing to do everything. The goal is creating a position that aligns with the strengths, interests, and goals of the right person.
If you're tired of trying to force your family's needs into a traditional childcare model, this episode may save you weeksโor monthsโof frustration.
Because sometimes the solution isn't finding a better candidate. It's getting clearer about the role you're actually trying to fill.
๐ Subscribe for weekly episodes on entrepreneurship, conscious parenting, creativity, personal development, and building a life that truly works for your family.
๐ If you're an entrepreneur parent, what kind of support would make the biggest difference in your life right now? Let me know in the comments.
0:28 โ Context: link to Tuesday's episode
0:51 โ Where to search for childcare in your area
1:13 โ Research your local market
2:07 โ If you just want a nanny, this video isn't for you
2:33 โ Why work-from-home parents scare off nannies
3:15 โ Nannies vs. work-from-home parents explained
3:23 โ The Mrs. Doubtfire nanny problem
3:57 โ Where things got spicy: wanting a true partner
4:54 โ The reframe: you need a **family assistant**
5:22 โ Caveat: quality support = quality compensation
6:10 โ The creative twist: content creation support
7:09 โ The dream role: family + creative ops assistant
7:22 โ The actual job ad (verbatim)
11:24 โ Posted on Indeed โ how it worked
13:21 โ Closing encouragement
13:47 โ Outro