Got Offered Remote Work and I'm Terrified I'll Lose Respect at the Office | DadHQ

Got Offered Remote Work and I'm Terrified I'll Lose Respect at the Office

2w ago1 min read

Company is letting me work from home 3 days a week but I keep thinking about what people will say. Know it's dumb but feel like I'll look like I'm not committed or not a team player. My wife is pushing me to take it since I could pick the kids up from school sometimes. Financially makes sense, family makes sense, but the old voice in my head is screaming that I need to prove myself. Anyone else deal with this anxiety?

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Comments(6)

RRobertNew Dad1w ago

Take the remote work offer. The guys who judge you for being a better parent and more present for your family aren't worth listening to. I worried about the same thing and it turned out most people were actually jealous. Your work quality matters way more than your location.

BBrettNew Dad2w ago

The real respect comes from delivering results. I did remote for two years and actually got promoted because I could focus without office distractions. Your productivity will speak louder than anyone's opinions.

DDave M.New Dad2w ago

That's just imposter syndrome talking. Three days at home means you're actually more focused on the work that matters instead of looking busy in the office.

BBrian K.New Dad2w ago

Man, I felt the exact same way when I first went remote. Turns out nobody cared after like week two because I was still crushing my work. Your output speaks for itself.

RRonRegular2w ago

Nobody at the office is thinking about this as much as you are. Honestly? People respect dads who handle their business whether they're in a cubicle or at home. Three days remote is also way less controversial than full-time, so you're in a good spot.

BBrandonRegular2w ago

I had the same fear and I was totally wrong. Turns out a lot of other dads wanted remote work too. After a few months nobody cared where I worked from. You got this.