Shortly after being hired by Heather Hudson at ScotiaMcLeod I was introduced to her mother, Mary. She was aware that I was married and had a two year old daughter. Because I was born and raised in Nova Scotia, she suggested that I came from good stock and she offered me three pieces of advice (as only Mary could do)! They were as follows:
1. Ensure you have excellent childcare. You will have to put in long hours to establish your career and no one besides yourself cares if your child is not feeling well.
2. Men do not usually like when their wife makes more money than they do. So make them feel like a king. Hire a housekeeper that will ensure that your home is always tidy and clean and that a proper dinner is prepared for when he gets home.
3. Always, always wear a well fitting suit. Look the part- if you are managing money then make sure you look like you have money!
I never forgot that advice. I am not sure my husband was always treated like a King but I know he indeed benefitted from Mary’s advice. My sincerest condolences to her family. She was such a wonderful and feisty lady. Her laughter, smile and twinkling eyes always lit up every room she ever walked into.
