Jackie, Megan
Jackie (left) and Megan both work remotely and can't imagine going back to work in an office.
  • Joe, 37, is torn between leaving his job and clinging to the flexibility of remote work.
  • Many remote workers like him have gotten used to the WFH lifestyle, and built lives around it.
  • With remote job openings tapering off, more remote workers may be inclined to stay put.

Joe is feeling torn. 

The 37-year-old has worked remotely as a marketing manager for five years, but he's been growing "increasingly frustrated" with his job, he told Insider. His last name was excluded for privacy reasons.