Posted by ME/NJ on 9/30/09 11:33am
Msg #305698
Child care cost me $$$$ and new clients yesterday
Had 2 signings with new clients yesterday, Babysitter one calls sick Monday afternoon and back-up was a no go too. When I called to let them know they were understanding (baby crying in background) but I know they were POed. ( I would) Ashley starts pre-school a couple of days a week.. Thank God...lol
Just bummed I lost out on some good money and most likely good clients.
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Reply by Bob_Chicago on 9/30/09 11:50am
Msg #305699
Suggestion. Talk to, and establish relationships with good,
reliable NSAs in your area.
You can cover for each other (upon notification to and approval by SS/TC,
of course) in the event of emergencies.
I had several scheduled for last week when my mother passed away.
All signings were covered and I am still getting calls from the companies involved.
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Reply by John_NorCal on 9/30/09 1:12pm
Msg #305712
Do you have any drop in day care centers in your area? We have some around here to cover just such an emergency. Good luck.
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Reply by Michael Edmonds on 9/30/09 6:37pm
Msg #305742
Re: No drop in daycare centers around here Todays issue
My Blackberry phone is missing calls. I lost a MeyMax signing tonight because the call never came through and Voice mail did not alert me till an hour later. I called Clint and knew the job was gone, my wife called me 8 times last week and I never got them even showed her the phone. I'm starting to hate my BB Storm. Now I wonder how many calls I truley am missing now.
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Reply by Michael Edmonds on 9/30/09 7:00pm
Msg #305745
thanks for the info, I need to be a sitter 15/20 hr n/m
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Reply by LKT/CA on 9/30/09 6:49pm
Msg #305744
Have you heard of www.Care.com ? They also have a Care-on-call feature.
http://www.care.com/care-on-call-p1189.html
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Reply by Maureen_nh on 9/30/09 10:13pm
Msg #305757
This may be a reach but, depending on the time of day check out your local Y and maybe even some gyms. Y's may have babysitting service or can recommend a member that has taken a course. Same with the local high school or trade school.
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