Kathy Peel

Raising a family is hard work, but it is the most important job in the world. It requires a strong stomach, a forgiving heart, calluses on the knees and all the encouragement, faith and insight one can muster. Kathy Peel's humorous book is packed with all three, as well as shot-full of practical advice for surviving it all.

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, and manage her human resources. Delegate-Motivate-Organize...Relax Every smart manager knows that success depends on teamwork. Kathy shows readers how to get kids and spouses to help around the house-with lots of practical advice and encouragement to get them motivated and keep them going. Save Time, Money, and Your Sanity With hundreds of time-saving, money-saving, and stress-reducing ideas, this indispensable handbook also shows readers how to take charge of running the home-without running themselves into the ground.

Offers advice on running a home and family, discussing managing time and food, delegating and team-building, taking on special projects, keeping finances under control, and more.