I want to start taking the hijab - going back to work after a break and am client facing. Should I inform my partner beforehand? Anyone who has done that before?

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If you’re close with your partner and can confide in them about something personal like this (as in you both are friends and talk about life stuff) then go for it. Otherwise, the moment you act like it hinders you is when you subconsciously let it hinder you. It’s not my place to speak but I know plenty of muslimah who wear hijab both in this bowl and consulting as well as other fields, and compared to the general population I feel like they are kicking ass in their careers! But I’ll let someone with first hand experience chime in.


Good luck and as a guy I have nothing but immense respect for you.

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This may have some sort of impact that requires sacrifice, but remember that your rizk is already written. It's a very difficult step to take, but do you worry at all that Allah won't make it up to you? It may not count for much, but a random internet stranger is proud of you!!

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You do not need to “inform” anyone, it is a personal decision. Sending you the best of wishes

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Hijab is a personal choice. I personally would not tell my PPMDs about the decision as it your right to wear with out care.

I am a hijabi and have had no issues at my firm.

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I've dont think personally you need to "inform" the partner per says since this is a very personal choice. This can only have an impact on your performance if you let it, understanding the optics and all. I've come across one sister who is kicking ass in the field and I commend you for making the choice. Please let us know if you have any issues, we'll do what we can to support.

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Mashallah! Mind sharing what inspired you to start wearing the hijab?

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Salam, may Allah bless your decision. I would recommend starting with baby steps, you can wear the hijab as turban just to start. You might have questions at the beginning from colleagues, you can say it’s for religious or ‘style’ reasons..

And I don’t thing you need to tell your partner

My wife did the same and it’s going very well for her!

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This is an option. But if you want to go for it, just do it! I interviewed for my current role without hijab and decided after that I wanted to start wearing hijab. So day one was a touch awkward but it’s been fine otherwise! Doing great at work and no one asks why or anything

Will this mean that I will have to renegotiate all relationships and create a place for myself from scratch. I am still relatively new and doing extremely well / afraid that I will have to work terribly hard to prove myself.

if you're ready to put it on, go for it! Just be prepared for a lot of explaining the first few days especially to those who have previously seen you without the hijab - potential things to say are, "I'm still the same consultant I always was, I just decided to take a personal step religion wise and begin wearing this. if you have questions, don't hesitate to ask me but otherwise let's get to work :)" inshallah Allah SWT will make it easy for you knowing you are doing this with the right intention.

I'm a hijabi and haven't had any issues in 7+ yrs in consulting! feel free to DM if you need anything! ❤️

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