I kept my age quiet for a good few years. I didn’t see it as a positive. I worked remotely, so I just didn’t tell people.

Cashmore describes concealing his youth early in his career because he believed it would undermine his credibility. The remark points to a common bias in professional settings: age is often treated as a proxy for competence, authority, or reliability, even when the work itself can be evaluated on its merits. By noting that he worked remotely and therefore could avoid disclosing personal details, he highlights how online/remote work can both level the playing field (judgment based on output) and encourage strategic self-presentation. The quote also suggests an internalized pressure to fit conventional expectations of leadership and expertise, especially for young founders.