Leaving for Dublin

Leaving for Dublin00:00 — Introduction: The Big Move, a new position in Dublin, the decision to move, and the challenges ahead.00:36 — Becoming the First and facing the unknownThe family prepares to be the first to make this kind of move at Slack, with new responsibilities and uncertainties.01:03 — Family sacrificesSaying yes to big changes, including my wife leaving her job and our son leaving his routine.01:29 — Packing up and letting goLeaving our long-time home, selling possessions, and preparing for a new life.01:56 — Logistics and unanswered questionsManaging the move, selling items, and dealing with the unknowns about returning and succeeding in Dublin.02:51 — Arriving in Ireland: new beginningsLanding in Dublin, adapting to new routines, and the importance of small comforts like the family stroller / buggy.04:12 — Farewells and reflectionsSaying goodbye to colleagues, the emotions of leaving, and the support from the Slack YVR team.05:47 — Acknowledging inequalityReflecting on the sacrifices made, the challenges of balancing careers, and the realities of modern work and family life.07:18 — Looking back, moving forwardConsidering the decision in hindsight, the risks involved, and the desire to live and work internationally.08:22 — Striving for balanceSecuring work permits for both, making decisions together, and aiming for fairness in the family.09:05 — On ongoing journeyRecognizing the ongoing imbalance, the hope to rebalance in the future, and the broader context of gender roles.09:49 — Up nextA preview of what’s next: opening Slack’s Dublin office, finding poetry in the city, and gratitude for the journey. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slackstory.com