I had some serious health issues and i just came back to work after 2 months of sick leave and i’m highly insecure about my place in my team. Lot of things have changed, they changed my scope of work, and want me to slow down because of my health. Before this incident i was in talks for a promotion and i just feel these health problems have stopped my progression. Any tips on how to navigate that?

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Give it some time. It will be different, but you can pick up speed eventually. I’ve been on STD twice, most recently I ended up doing well and getting promoted. As long as you work with caring people, you will be OK.

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Be relieved they’re giving you space to get well. Give yourself a break as well. People get sick and it’s good for all of us to understand and accommodate because it could also happen to us at any time. We need a better work culture where people don’t feel like a drain on the team or a failure if they’re not fully crushing it.

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Had the same experience and and it really depends on the company. It may not feel like you can summon the energy right now to start looking for opportunities elsewhere, but if you can get your resume up to date and some interviews going, like I wish I had, you will be in a much better place to avoid stalling your career advancement.

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Ultimately that’s the conclusion i ended up with and booked some interviews

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