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    The Man Who Has It All: A Patronizing Parody of Self-Help Books for Women
    The Man Who Has It All: A Patronizing Parody of Self-Help Books for Women
    The Man Who Has It All: A Patronizing Parody of Self-Help Books for Women
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    The Man Who Has It All: A Patronizing Parody of Self-Help Books for Women

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    From the Twitter account @ManWhoHasItAll, a hilariously unforgiving and eye-opening role reversal parody of self-help guides for the working mother.
    While women have long been bombarded with advice about how to be the perfect mom, keep a perfect job, and have glowing skin—all at the same time—men have been left floundering. Can you be a dad and still feel sexy? Can curvy men truly be happy? Can men be funny?
    Finally, The Man Who Has It All!, drawn from the hugely popular satirical Twitter and Facebook accounts, is the first trailblazing guide that "empowers" men and shows them how they, too, can have it all! Providing gendered tips for career men and busy working dads on how to juggle fatherhood and still have a career—while maintaining the perfect bod—The Man Who Has It All isn’t afraid to address the big questions. Within these pages, learn:
  • What his face shape says about his parenting skills
  • How to express his opinion without coming off as bossy
  • Why staying hydrated will improve his career prospects
  • How he can stop feeling guilty about everything
  • How he should prioritize "me-time"
  • How he can ask for help

    • Uproarious, scathing, unsettling, and revealing, The Man Who Has It All seizes the established sexist narratives and double standards women have heard too often in self-help books and magazines, and subverts them with a fiercely ironic feminist twist by speaking to an imaginary male audience —with hilarious and revolutionary results.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSkyhorse
    Release dateMar 20, 2018
    ISBN9781510729117
    The Man Who Has It All: A Patronizing Parody of Self-Help Books for Women
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    ManWhoHasItAll

    <b>The Man Who Has It All</b> has a crazy-busy life juggling low-fat yogurt, glowing skin, a career, and healthy snacks. He spends his precious "me time" updating his Twitter and Facebook accounts (@ManWhoHasItAll), giving other busy dads sanity-saving tips. He lives in the United Kingdom.</BiographicalNote>

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      CHOOSING TO THRIVE

      FATHERS IN THE WORKPLACE

      Nearly half of all managers admit to thinking twice when it comes to hiring men who have children. But the experience of raising a child can actually make men well-suited to the workplace. Companies who do not hire fathers could be turning down an extremely valuable resource.

      In this chapter, I bust the myths surrounding fathers in the workplace and call for a more flexible, open, and compassionate approach from managers.

      Every man has different reasons for his choices, and I respect that. This chapter is about those men who, for whatever reason, choose to work.

      Doubt

      Leaving your kids to go out to work is tough. But, believe it or not, dads do survive. In fact, research shows that children of a career dad can do just as well as children of a stay-at-home dad. Working dads can absolutely be great parents; it’s all about achieving that elusive balance.

      TALKING POINT

      Being ignored, mistaken for the secretary, or branded a paternity risk—are men overreacting when it comes to issues they face at work?

      Every working dad has different reasons for going to work. We should support each other’s choices, even if they are wrong.

      Identity

      Being a working dad can boost your self-esteem and give you an identity beyond just Dad. When you have kids, you put yourself at the bottom of the heap. Working reminds you that you are a person in your own right. Fathers are often grateful for the opportunity to be around other adults and reclaim their former child-free selves.

      Dad skills

      Because children require so much attention, fathers are super-organized and multitasking aces. Don’t minimize the skills you learn as a dad. Here are some of the things I have learned:

      •   Organizational skills

      •   Persistence

      •   Flexibility

      •   Saying no

      •   Patience

      •   Empathy

      •   Gratitude

      TIP

      To all independent men. Don’t be afraid of your independence! It’s okay to be a man and be independent. Some women actually find it attractive.

      Flexible working hours

      Before you consider embarking on any kind of paid work, remember to ask about family-friendly perks. Some companies make very generous allowances for fathers in the workplace. You shouldn’t be afraid to take advantage of them!

      Flexibility can mean different things to different men. It could mean working for one day, or even one hour, per week—whatever you feel you can manage.

      TALKING POINT

      Are men in the workplace a distraction?

      REAL LIFE DADS

      Everyone I work with knows that I am a dad. I don’t try to hide it or pretend to be focused only on my work.

      —Dean, 39

      Becoming a valued team member

      Making friends and being liked is important if you want to get ahead at work. But being likeable isn’t the only measure of success. Don’t forget that there are other ways to gain respect. For example, you could offer to organize the Christmas party, oversee birthday cards and gifts, keep the kitchen clean, run the coffee machine, or offer to wash the towels on the weekend. Your key words are helpful, polite, and nice. If you can achieve just one of these, you will become a valuable member of your team.

      FACT

      Many employers value fathers in the workplace because they work on average three times harder than their child-free counterparts.

      Dadpreneurs

      For the dads who feel daunted by the prospect of fitting in a full-time job alongside everything else, there are many ways to earn a bit of pocket money on the side. Why not join the growing band of dadpreneurs? Earning your own money means you won’t feel guilty when you splurge on that new pair of little black pants! Here are a few money-making ideas to bring out your inner entrepreneur:

      •   Babysitting

      •   Flower arranging

      •   Selling unwanted items on eBay

      •   Dog-sitting

      •   Card-making

      •   Pajama parties

      •   Daddy blogging

      TALKING POINT

      Should men who are planning to start a family be legally obliged to tell their employer?

      If you were a high-flying career man in your previous life, try not to worry about taking a break. After all, who doesn’t want to be his own boss? This could be your chance to do what you’ve always wanted to do—and this time, it’s for you. You could even hook up with like-minded, business-savvy dads and join networks like Dads in Business or Men in the Enterprise Hub. These little get-togethers are not all tea and chitchat.

      HAVING AN OPINION

      When expressing an opinion in a public space, some men find it hard to come across as measured and informed. Opinionated men often alienate others by being bossy and outspoken, giving all men a bad name. When you’re a man with a fierce opinion, ironically, people will have a lot of opinions about you. Don’t let this stop you from speaking up. You have every right to express your opinion in whatever way you choose. In this chapter, I offer men tips on how to be opinionated with grace and good

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