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SeekingSitters - Orlando North is a licensed, bonded and insured babysitter referral service. As the local owner I personally interview each Professional Sitter, check each reference and cpr/first aid certifications before they are thoroughly screened by a live, private investigator. On Demand Child Care - Nanny and Day Care Alternative. Easy, Safe Babysitting Solutions.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Why I Feel so Passionate About SeekingSitters - Why I Bought the Franchise in Orlando
Although born in Long Island, NY, I consider myself a native Floridian.At a very young age, my parents divorced. My brother, Brett, and I were boldly raised by my mother in Altamonte Springs, Florida. For over 20 years, she was a single parent with little support. I cannot imagine what she must have gone through. She did everything she could to make sure we were well taken care of. She worked two jobs and had to rely on babysitters to take care of my brother and I during school closings/breaks. Sadly, most of the babysitters were abusive. She believed us when we had a complaint. She had no one to turn to for childcare and had to miss work which meant less money. I can remember her struggle. She has truly been an inspiration. (Ma' if you're reading this, stop crying! Stop! :-)
Although I attended college for my degree in Elementary Education, I was working for an architectural firm when I met the man of my dreams, Carlos Sobrin. We got married in 2003 and had our first child, Gabby, in March of 2004. Oliver, our second, was born in June of 2008.
After the birth of my daughter, I decided to quit working for a while so I could raise her myself. She was almost two when I decided to return to work; just not in the Construction Management field. I enrolled Gabby at the Jewish Community Center in Maitland, FL, in exchange, I taught at the Early Childhood Learning Center. It was perfect. Not only could I watch my daughter "learn with play" I was given the fortune to start in a room with infants (8 infants as young as 6 weeks). The following year, the program allowed me to continue with the same children to the Jr.Toddler room. Finding it difficult to leave, I stayed until 3 days before the birth of my son. I was very excited about Oliver's arrival. I just found it difficult to leave. Clearly, I was very attached to the children that grew along with me.
I took a leave of absence after having Oliver. Gabby was 4 and still attending the JCC while I was a stay at home mom for almost 18 months. As I did with Gabby, I enrolled Oli at the JCC under the assumption I would be able to begin teaching again. The economy had taken a turn for the worse, enrollment was way down so they were on a hiring hold.
Both children were gone all day yet I was considered a “SAHM” (stay at home mom). I strongly disliked the loneliness and wanted to contribute financially. I had no idea what, but I was going to do something on my own. A flexible schedule was necessary as my daughter needed to be picked up by 3:00 and my son by 5:00. It was very important that I be available for them should they get ill, school closings, etc… My husband and I were trying to come up with ideas. Fast forward about a month...
My brother called me from Albany. He became a member of SeekingSitters in his location and LOVED not only the service, but the concept as a whole. He went on line and looked at the "SeekingSitters' Locations" map. Although they had franchises all over the US, Central Florida was not on the map :o)
I remember Brett's exact words as he spoke firmly; "This service has YOUR name written all over it and the only reason they don't have one in Orlando is because Melissa Sobrin is supposed to own it !!". Long story-short (sort of), I bought into the franchise as soon as I could and within 2 months, I was in Tulsa, OK attending their annual convention. My family arrived 4 days later to join me for headshots, videos, and amazing training. All the while, my children had the best sitters I've ever seen in my life!!! As a parent, as a teacher and as a new business owner, l had all the confidence in the world.
In the blink of an eye, I blossomed from a laundry folding house wife to an entrepreneur - "Mompreneur". The pride I feel is indescribable. Now I'm out; conducting countless interviews, network meetings, brochure drops, PTA functions, local community events, etc.… I meet so many wonderful parents, women, sitters, Mompreneurs… I've only just begun and I have already learned so much. Not to mention, I'm finally able to contribute to our household income while still being able to take care of my home and family. Some days I work so many hours I almost forget to pick up my children (or that they're still in the car) JUST KIDDING. Other days, I simply rely on my Smart Phone so I can work at anytime-any place. Most importantly, I am available for my family. I love the flexibility of owning my own business and the premium service that I provide. I love, love, love talking to anyone who will listen. I want families to know that they have somewhere they can turn to when they need help with their childcare needs. I need to make sure that people understand SeekingSitters is unlike any other babysitter referral service. I work very hard to find the best Contract Professional Sitters™ and if they've made it onto my sitter team, it's because I would feel safe and secure having them in my house, watching my children. I know this because of the strenuous process SeekingSitters goes through to ensure the safety of our children and the safety of our sitters as well.
I deeply care for my sitter team as I believe they do for me and my family. I get excited at the beginning of each month. I have the pleasure to name the "Sitter of the Month" as I get the chance to show my appreciation, showering them with gifts for making our service so amazing. The pride I feel about owning a SeekingSitters Franchise is priceless. The support I have received from the Corporate Office and countless professionals, plus the knowledge I have gained and the friendships I have made; I am truly fulfilled!
Although I attended college for my degree in Elementary Education, I was working for an architectural firm when I met the man of my dreams, Carlos Sobrin. We got married in 2003 and had our first child, Gabby, in March of 2004. Oliver, our second, was born in June of 2008.
After the birth of my daughter, I decided to quit working for a while so I could raise her myself. She was almost two when I decided to return to work; just not in the Construction Management field. I enrolled Gabby at the Jewish Community Center in Maitland, FL, in exchange, I taught at the Early Childhood Learning Center. It was perfect. Not only could I watch my daughter "learn with play" I was given the fortune to start in a room with infants (8 infants as young as 6 weeks). The following year, the program allowed me to continue with the same children to the Jr.Toddler room. Finding it difficult to leave, I stayed until 3 days before the birth of my son. I was very excited about Oliver's arrival. I just found it difficult to leave. Clearly, I was very attached to the children that grew along with me.
I took a leave of absence after having Oliver. Gabby was 4 and still attending the JCC while I was a stay at home mom for almost 18 months. As I did with Gabby, I enrolled Oli at the JCC under the assumption I would be able to begin teaching again. The economy had taken a turn for the worse, enrollment was way down so they were on a hiring hold.
Both children were gone all day yet I was considered a “SAHM” (stay at home mom). I strongly disliked the loneliness and wanted to contribute financially. I had no idea what, but I was going to do something on my own. A flexible schedule was necessary as my daughter needed to be picked up by 3:00 and my son by 5:00. It was very important that I be available for them should they get ill, school closings, etc… My husband and I were trying to come up with ideas. Fast forward about a month...
My brother called me from Albany. He became a member of SeekingSitters in his location and LOVED not only the service, but the concept as a whole. He went on line and looked at the "SeekingSitters' Locations" map. Although they had franchises all over the US, Central Florida was not on the map :o)
I remember Brett's exact words as he spoke firmly; "This service has YOUR name written all over it and the only reason they don't have one in Orlando is because Melissa Sobrin is supposed to own it !!". Long story-short (sort of), I bought into the franchise as soon as I could and within 2 months, I was in Tulsa, OK attending their annual convention. My family arrived 4 days later to join me for headshots, videos, and amazing training. All the while, my children had the best sitters I've ever seen in my life!!! As a parent, as a teacher and as a new business owner, l had all the confidence in the world.
In the blink of an eye, I blossomed from a laundry folding house wife to an entrepreneur - "Mompreneur". The pride I feel is indescribable. Now I'm out; conducting countless interviews, network meetings, brochure drops, PTA functions, local community events, etc.… I meet so many wonderful parents, women, sitters, Mompreneurs… I've only just begun and I have already learned so much. Not to mention, I'm finally able to contribute to our household income while still being able to take care of my home and family. Some days I work so many hours I almost forget to pick up my children (or that they're still in the car) JUST KIDDING. Other days, I simply rely on my Smart Phone so I can work at anytime-any place. Most importantly, I am available for my family. I love the flexibility of owning my own business and the premium service that I provide. I love, love, love talking to anyone who will listen. I want families to know that they have somewhere they can turn to when they need help with their childcare needs. I need to make sure that people understand SeekingSitters is unlike any other babysitter referral service. I work very hard to find the best Contract Professional Sitters™ and if they've made it onto my sitter team, it's because I would feel safe and secure having them in my house, watching my children. I know this because of the strenuous process SeekingSitters goes through to ensure the safety of our children and the safety of our sitters as well.
I deeply care for my sitter team as I believe they do for me and my family. I get excited at the beginning of each month. I have the pleasure to name the "Sitter of the Month" as I get the chance to show my appreciation, showering them with gifts for making our service so amazing. The pride I feel about owning a SeekingSitters Franchise is priceless. The support I have received from the Corporate Office and countless professionals, plus the knowledge I have gained and the friendships I have made; I am truly fulfilled!
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