Maude Season 2 Episode 7 Maude Takes A Job

Maude Takes A Job is an episode from the second season of the American sitcom Maude. The show follows the life of Maude Findlay, a strong-willed, outspoken, and middle-aged woman living in suburban New York with her fourth husband, Walter. In this episode, Maude is feeling unfulfilled and restless, and decides to take on a job as a saleswoman at a clothing store.

The episode opens with Maude complaining to her friend Vivian about how bored she is with her life. She feels like she has nothing to do all day and wants to find something to keep her busy. Vivian suggests that she gets a job, but Maude is hesitant at first, thinking that she is too old and unskilled to find a job. However, Vivian convinces her to try, and Maude starts looking for job opportunities in the newspaper.

Maude applies for a job as a saleswoman at a clothing store called "Miss Julia’s", and goes for an interview. At the interview, Maude is told that she has no retail experience and is too old for the job. However, Maude is undeterred and uses her wit and charm to convince the store owner, Miss Julia, to give her a chance. Miss Julia eventually agrees to hire Maude, and she starts working at the store.

Maude's first day on the job is tough. She struggles to learn the ropes and keep up with the fast-paced environment of the store. Her co-workers, who are all younger than her, make fun of her and dismiss her because of her age. Maude, however, remains determined and refuses to let their comments get to her. She asks for help when she needs it, and eventually learns how to do her job effectively.

Over the next few days, Maude becomes more confident and begins to enjoy her job. She comes up with creative ideas for window displays and uses her life experience to connect with customers. She even manages to sell a dress to a difficult customer who had refused to buy anything from the store before. Miss Julia is impressed with Maude’s performance and offers her a promotion to become a manager of a new store they are opening.

Maude is thrilled with the opportunity but is hesitant to accept it. She feels guilty about neglecting Walter and her household duties, which has caused chaos in her home. Walter, who has been struggling to manage the house on his own, is also unhappy about Maude's job and is worried that it will negatively affect their marriage. Maude tries to explain her reasons for taking the job, but Walter refuses to listen.

Meanwhile, Maude’s co-worker, Stephanie, who had initially been hostile towards her, becomes friendly after learning that Maude had once been a feminist activist. Stephanie, who is also a feminist, invites Maude to a meeting of a women’s rights group and encourages her to get involved in the movement again.

The episode ends with Maude feeling torn between her responsibilities at home and her desire to pursue a career. She is unsure of what to do and seeks advice from Vivian. Vivian tells her that she should do what makes her happy, even if it means making some sacrifices. Maude takes Vivian’s advice to heart and decides to accept the promotion, despite the risks it poses to her marriage.

Maude Takes A Job is a heartwarming episode that explores the challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing a career at an older age. It depicts the struggles of a strong, independent woman who refuses to let age or gender hold her back from achieving her dreams. It also highlights the importance of friendship, support, and understanding in overcoming the obstacles life throws at us.