START THE CONVERSATION:

. . . By the way. . . or say this . . . If you don't mind me asking. . .

Stay at home mom

Have you ever thought of doing something outside the home?

Would you consider working if it were flexible?

WORKING MOM

Have you ever thought of staying home full time with your baby?

Questions to - Follow up phone number

YOUR AT WORK SCENARIO:

Your at work and you don't want to put your job in jeopardy but you have lots of great people to speak with. . .   I don't want to infringe on their privacy. What do you say to stimulate interest?

Use the third party approach:

A friend of mine, my husband/wife, my best friend, etc...

Thought:

After each question make sure you ask why. . .

Let me ask you . . . How would that benefit you?