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How to tell boss I don't want to work full-time

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FelineUK · 29/11/2023 21:23

I'm currently in a part-time role, working 3 days per week. Throughout my career I've always worked full-time and have never been work shy, often working well over my 40 hours in order to complete projects. However, it came at a price as I suffered from extreme anxiety and stress. Since working part-time, I've really enjoyed the time I have available and have been able to concentrate on my physical and mental health, take up new hobbies and spend more time with my family but now a new boss has come on the scene and he's hinting that I might consider working full-time in order to assist the team better.

Although extra money is always useful, we have managed on my part-time salary for some time now and I really feel that my quality of life is far more important.

How to politely advise him that I don't wish to return back to full-time work?

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Doggymummar · 29/11/2023 21:25

No thank you?

AuContraire · 29/11/2023 21:26

"No thanks, I'm happy with the work/life balance I have currently".

StrictlyAFemaleFemale · 29/11/2023 21:28

Ignore hints. Managers should be able to formulate a question. If they do ask then I like @AuContraire s response.

user628468523532453 · 30/11/2023 20:17

StrictlyAFemaleFemale · 29/11/2023 21:28

Ignore hints. Managers should be able to formulate a question. If they do ask then I like @AuContraire s response.

I agree.

Whaleandsnail6 · 01/12/2023 11:00

Just say no, part time suits your circumstances. Ignore his hints, its not your problem.

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