E10: Working Remote and Thriving with Multiple Sclerosis

In this episode, we kick off a new "Community Spotlight" series, where we'll hear stories from real women WIR (Working It, Remote). Our first spotlight is with Danielle Cornejo Calhoun, a remote worker outside of Seattle, WA. She shares her journey of struggling with MS and how her disability eventually led her to have a courageous conversation with her employer about working remotely (pre-pandemic). Danielle opens up about her challenges and triumphs, explaining how remote work became essential for her job sustainability. Danielle has her dream job and she talks about how she handled setbacks to thrive in her career while working remotely. She also candidly shares her experience as a mom of two young kids, how she juggles it all, and manages the "mom guilt" moments. This episode was recorded in December 2024. It feels particularly relevant, in light of the recent RTO mandates and rollback of DEI initiatives. Danielle is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, she discusses this passion in the episode. Her perspective as someone living and working with a chronic disability provides a much-needed human lens on how flexible work and DEI intersect in powerful ways. https://www.daniellecalhoun.comDon't forget to subscribe to the Work It, Remote podcast! Visit www.workitremote.com to join our mailing list. @WorkItRemote on Instagram and YouTube