Anyone else constantly checking whether your colleagues are online on Teams? I often find I’m done work at a reasonable hour, but I still feel like I have to have my computer on all night just because it seems like everyone else is still on. I end up wondering what they’re doing that they’re on so late while I finished earlier, and worrying I’m slacking even though I billed a decent amount that day.

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Me omg

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I stopped using that service for the same exact reason.

I feel like there are people who measure your productivity based on your Teams status which is absurd. I feel the same way, I’ll be done with my work but just stay online because it feels “too early.”

I am constantly paranoid about being judged for not being online constantly. I hate the status color.

Imagine if they’re not doing anything and keeping their computer on for the same purpose you are 😂😅

That’s why i decided to put my status on “away” for the most part and busy during calls. Don’t let it be another tool to put pressure on you. (Our firms have other ways to do that just fine..)

I just don't care. Let them judge. I've worked crazy hours and need time away from work when I can.

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