work schedule according to their needs and obligations. (98) The "Coopers survey in 1999 of 2,500 single college student in 11 countries found that 57% said achieving a balance between family life and career is their primary career goal. " ( Verespej 1 ). This shows that in marriage people are both concerned about keeping their spouse happy as well as their children and want to maintain a good professional and financial profile. It must be pointed out that when women work they feel more independent and useful, and as Moen says,
             "The benefits of employment of working mothers are that they promote their self-esteem and of course their economic independence .......They experience economic, psychic resources previously confined largely to men" (124)
             It must also not be forgotten that part-time jobs "offer women more flexibility and discretionary time in reconcilig their work and family obligations." ( Moen 98 ) This flexibility, however, is without a doubt a benefit that an employer provides or does not. For example, DaimlerChryslerAG which was one of the 100 best companies for working mothers offers them today the following benefits ( among many others ):
             • Education accounts for dependents
             (Verespej2)
             This is a company, whose example should be followed, by other companies because women are a major part of today's workforce and should be given the opportunity to provide their skills and knowledge. Fortunately, companies have come to realize it is in their own best interest to keep mothers who want to work happy. Autodesk Inc " Offers no limit on sick days and lets employees set their own hours. " ( Verespey
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