Hire a babysitter

Youve warned your kids not to make a peep while you are interviewing with a prospective boss. Youve even plunked them down in front of the TV with their favorite program, juice boxes and Cheerios galore. Yes, youre not proud of it, but a working mama has to do what a working mama has to do. Even if you take every precaution possible, your two year old might still wander into your home office and announce that he has tried to use the pottyunsuccessfully. To prevent interruptionsand to be viewed in the most professional light possiblehave someone watch your kids for you while you do your interview. To ensure that your potential boss doesnt overhear your toddlers terribleand spontaneousear piercing tantrum, ask your sitter to take the kids outside for a while.