My kid's school called during my big presentation

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3w ago1 min read

He threw up at lunch and they needed pickup asap. I was in the middle of presenting to the VP and had to literally step out. Got him, took him home, came back but the damage was done. My boss didn't say anything but you could feel the vibe shift. I hate feeling like I have to choose between being a dad and being a good employee. Anyone else stuck in this?

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DDannyRegular3w ago

Been there. You did the right thing leaving though, that's what matters. VP should understand... mine did when it happened to me. How's your kid doing now?

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VVincentRegular3w ago

This is the working dad reality nobody tells you about before you take the job. It's going to happen multiple times a year and no matter how important the meeting is, you have to go. Your kid comes first.

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VVincentRegular3w ago

Oh man, that's the worst timing possible. I had something similar happen during a conference call and nothing prepared me for that guilt of having to step out. How did the VP take the interruption?

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