I started a fully remote role 8 months ago, but now the company is requiring everyone within a drivable distance to return to office 3 days per week. Being remote was my main criteria during the job hunt. I feel mislead because this is not what I agreed to. I feel trapped because if I leave for another remote job, I’ll lose my stock units and damage some important work relationships. I am very passionate about WFH, but the job market is weird right now. How would you handle this?

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I think you can probably negotiate down to 2 days in the office. If you can negotiate to 2 days. I'd stay! But I get why you would want to be home

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Negotiating is a great idea that I didn’t even consider! I knew you could negotiate salary, but doing that for in-office policy is smart, too

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it was in your contract that this is a fully remote? or you assumed that

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I thought I made it pretty clear. But you have a good point! I obviously didn’t make it clear enough lol. Thank you for that advice!

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What dreams are made of! Ha

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Well if you’re feeling anxiety and distress about this you may want to visit your doctor and get paperwork to present to HR

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Good idea! I didn’t think of that

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I don't think you'd be able to negotiate for staying at home at full time. But I think getting 1 more day at home is a possibility for sure

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I have a friend whose team goes in Tues - Thurs once per month

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I had a hybrid position and was required to go in 3 days a week after working didn’t time I’ve talked to them was able to go 1 time a week. Maybe try to talk to them and explain your reason they might be understanding. Even 2 times a week is better than 5 days in office.

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Great idea, thank you!

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