Marcus posted a hot take about remote work. Something about how “real culture requires bodies in seats.” Emma, who had thrived working from her tiny apartment for two years, felt a spike of annoyance. She typed a reply: “Interesting take! Though I’d argue that productivity and culture can exist anywhere when trust is present 😊”
On the third day, she did something uncomfortable. She opened her sent connection requests. Scroll, scroll, scroll. Twenty-three people she’d messaged without reply. Fourteen “Hey, loved your post on X!” comments left hanging. Two people she’d sent three-paragraph DMs to about “synergy” and “circling back.” blocked on linkedin
Marcus never unblocked her. But somewhere along the way, Emma stopped checking. Marcus posted a hot take about remote work
The emoji was meant to soften the blow. Marcus did not see it that way. Though I’d argue that productivity and culture can