Melanie Tito
Writer, Mama, and Web Developer in New Zealand
I am a mum to three pre-schoolers and my current focus is raising and loving them.
That said, I believe that a big key to raising happy children is raising a happy mother. So, in various phases of my mothering life I have also carved out time to grow and learn, write books, do web design, attend workshops. I am a lifelong learner committed to continuous growth and improvement.
Highlights in my working life include: getting my first job as Receptionist at UNICEF (UN Children’s Fund) and working with a lovely small team in Wellington NZ, and later returning for a fixed-term contract managing the Christmas Campaign and Shop. Dipping my toes into the corporate world, as Business Development & Comms Coordinator at law firm Chapman Tripp. Ghostwriting a book, a transformative two-year project, part of it spent living in Thailand. Contracting to/working for a variety of organisations in varied roles, mainly administration and business support-based, and gaining an insight into different industries and their unique cultures, drivers and challenges.
The world is changing fast and soon a lot of tasks I used to perform will be replaced by AI and technology. It's a little scary but at the same time, exciting.
In spite of what some say, some things won’t change. Examples ... Human nature, true human needs, the importance of a good work ethic, the value of critical thinking, and the fact that to have a strong society you need to build strong families.
My children have all made a huge imprint on my life, but I would say the arrival of my youngest has truly transformed me the most. In the journey of having her be born 10 weeks premature, coming home on 24/7 oxygen support, through to now - I have learned to not take life, relationships, mental health and support services for granted. I have a special place in my heart for mothers and families with premature babies. It truly is a journey only understood by those forced to take it.
I am always interested in connecting with people who are values-driven, people-centered, forward thinking and who love food ... in the words of Julia Child, "People who love to eat are always the best people".
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