I’m at a small agency where the culture is basically "stay late every night." I’m the only one who wants normal hours, and I feel super guilty every time I log off at 6. I don’t want to look lazy, but I need a life outside of work. Any tips on how to bring this up?

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You don't need to feel guilty for wanting work life balance. It doesn't make you lazy, it makes you a normal human with a life outside of work. Don't apologize for that. I would just start leaving after your 8 hours. No conversation needed, you only agreed to work 40 hours a week.

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Seems like you are alone on this one. Look for another job.

Balance is everything and everyone's is different. Staying late SOME nights is part of the job, but not all of it. I also dont know your level/experience, but if I were a greener creative and "finished" with my work, I would ask leadership where I could maybe assist other team members. Show them you're hungry and a good teammate. I highly doubt everyone is staying late just to appease your boss. If thats the case, then gtfo and live your life. :D

But yea, at the end of the day—do YOU!

The process and management arel not working if you are having to work over 9 to 5. Have you considered segguest ig needs changed to be more efficient? Its needs agile work processes applied?

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