I’ve heard more stories of men using parental leave as a window to job hunt.
On one hand, it’s a rare protected break to think clearly. On the other, it raises questions about intent and fairness.
It’s a family benefit but also part of comp.
Fair strategy… or crossing a line?

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Ya there are also companies laying off employees while they are on parental leave, at some point it’s each person for themselves, take advantage of whatever works. Life is going to turn lord of the flies as AI eats more of the job market.

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Go for it.

I view this more as a matter of career planning than an ethical issue.

Parental leave offers people an opportunity to pause and reflect—something many individuals simply do not have the time to do during their regular routines. Of course, from a corporate perspective, this might seem unfair; however, employees also have the right to re-evaluate their career paths.

Perhaps the real question worth discussing is this: Why do so many people begin considering leaving their current companies precisely during their parental leave?

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I think honestly it's just the fact that on parental leave, you actually have some time to sit down and fight the job hunt market. Maybe you're wanting a change due to your at home circumstances changing? I think it's better than doing it whilst at work..

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What is more fair and what is more insulting? Job hopping while on an alt version of PRO or doing it on the clock during regular business hours?

Fairness and loyalty went out the window a long time ago. I’m not cynical, that’s just how it is. My family will always take priority over any sense of loyalty to an employer.
When on the clock, bring your A game. When using company perks, use them however you wish. And always be looking, interviewing, networking. Only you can keep you employed.

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