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Changing name at work, a little nervous (beehaw.org)

submitted 1 year ago by Jimbob0i0@beehaw.org to c/mtf@lemmy.blahaj.zone

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Hey folks,

I've been semi out at work for a while now, with our communication systems showing she/they and dressing femme in the workplace.

I've settled on wanting to be called by a different name, and talking with my team lead and HR contact am planning a switch over on Monday.

I don't expect any hostility from the team I'm in, and the company has been very supportive to date.

That doesn't stop me being a little nervous with the visibility of Slack etc changing over to a distinctly female name.

Was wondering if the experiences of other transfemmes coming out in such a clear way in their workplaces.

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[–] mjsaber@lemmy.blahaj.zone 6 points 1 year ago

I did at the restaurant I worked at when I transitioned, although I switch to initials instead of a female name. Everyone was super cool about it, just went, "ok cool."

Don't be surprised if people mess up, especially people that know you better - it can be harder for people that know you better to make that initial switch. But if your workplace seems cool with it, it probably will be.

Good luck! This is one of the most nerve wracking parts of transitioning, but also the most rewarding. Reach out if you need any help processing when it's over!