Rant: Job is demanding I come back to office full time

May 7·1 min read

Been remote for 3 years, kids are settled, wife and I got a good rhythm going. Company just announced everyone back in office 5 days a week starting next month. I have a 45 minute commute each way. That's 7.5 hours a week I'm not seeing my family. I'm not anti-office but why force it when my team is productive and everyone works better this way? Considering jumping ship but also terrified of the unknown. Anyone been in this spot? What did you do?

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CColin M.New DadMay 7

Man, I feel this one. I've been remote for two years now and the thought of going back full time makes me sick. Have you tried pushing back on it or looking for a hybrid compromise? Three years is a long time for the family to adjust to your schedule.

DDanielRegularMay 7

This is rough. We moved to Seattle partly because of remote work flexibility. What's your wife thinking about all this? Seems like a decision that affects both of you big time.

MMarkRegularMay 8

That's brutal. Have you talked to your boss about what changed? Like, did your performance drop when you were remote or is this just a 'get everyone back in the office' mandate? There might be leverage here depending on the answer.