Pre-child I was very ambitious and hard working. As soon as my son was born I exited to a 100% WFH industry role. Bond with my son is 10/10, however, I am so unengaged and checked out professionally. 1) has this happened to others, how to fix 2) considering return to consulting, but fear missing out on time with family & impact to our bond. How do others manage?

Can I be rockstar dad and consultant?

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Same here. I exited consulting after my paternity to industry which is 90% WFH, sometimes I need to go into office.

Bond with my son is 10/10

I want this to continue at least until my son is 5 years. First five years are golden age, then they grow up and drift more towards friends, video games etc. etc. I figured I can always go back to consulting later but won’t get this time again

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I have a 7 year old. The best age is now.

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By now you mean when they are infant and toddler or when they are 7 year old?

You are lucky, kids until their pre-teens are in an age to enjoy their childhood with you. Stay blessed and don’t try to have your cake and eat it too. Make the right choices.

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Yup, same here. I think that’s normal. But also looking for ideas how to get a bit more focused on work.
I’ll gladly replace all the toy batteries in the world at 7am or 8pm but get upset if I have more than a few hrs of work per day 😂

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Not industry but moved to full remote boutique to do the same; just had my third.

I’m supposed to be creating a Practice, but let’s just say I’m talking my time.

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I’d you’re making a good salary, why rock the boat? I’m on leave now with my second and all I can think is “when is it too early to take my foot off the gas?” Pretty much immediately prior to #2 being born I thought that consulting was a great long term option. Now that I’m getting more time with #1 as a result, I’m seriously questioning whether it’s worth it. No one on their deathbed says “man I wish I spent more time at the office.” I love my kids and want to spend time with them when I’m not in a zombie like state from 14 hour work days, but my job is intellectually stimulating and I enjoy the people I work with. We’ll see how it goes when I’m back…

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