The Family Manager Takes Charge: Getting on the Fast Track to a Happy, Organized Home

by Kathy Peel

Book Overview

Being a mom means more than being a wife and parent-it also means being the household accountant, building manager, cook, gardener, housekeeper, and personal shopper-just to name a few of the roles that come with the territory! As America's "Family Manager," bestselling author Kathy Peel has shown millions of moms that running a household is like operating a business. Like any good C.E.O., every mother must know her goals, determine her strategies,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399529136
• ISBN13: 9780399529139
• Release Date: September 2003
• Publisher: Tarcherperigee
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.5" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

not the typical organizing book

A lot of organizing books repeat the same old principles. Kathy's book applies an entirely different creed! Family managers become CEOs of the family which gives us a whole different perspective and value system. I highly recommend this book. Even after you get the concept down, there is a lot of information in the book you will want to have on the shelf as a reference.

Very Helpful Book

My husband and I recently bought a home and I really felt I needed to find some tips on being organized. I used to be very organized (and still am at work), but with the birth of my daughter almost a year and a half ago that has all gone down hill around the house. I came away with some really good tips for organization. Not to mention some good tips on how to get rid of ants and various other insects and rodents. Great book for any mom who feels their house needs a little boost in the organization department.

Definitely one to keep on hand

This is the kind of book that one would need to keep referring to, as one goes about ones life in the various roles described. I really like the way Kathy Peel gives a complete job description for each role, more or less, and answers questions that would come up as each job gets tackled. There is so much involved in being a family manager, and I'm sure she has covered everything. Having this book on the shelf is like having the wisdom of both sets of my grandparents and my parents right there.

Author, Mother & Working Mom Approved!

This book is a fantastic reference guide for any busy mom! Most helpful are the tips on keeping a well run household when you haven't got much time to get everything done. This is an absolute must-have. I learned (and am still learning) a lot from this book. Think of it as having your own personal mentor and cheerleader on your nightstand!

A must have for newlyweds, moms, anyone in charge of home

SHORT CUTS and HOW TO's. Everyone must read this if you are the head of the household, in that mom-sort-of-way. I think anyone starting out would especially appreciate this book. It teaches basics such as how to sort laundry the best way to cleaning shortcuts. I have only read a few chapters so far, but enjoy every minute reading it when I have the chance. Everyone will learn something from this book! Thanks Kathy!