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‘Should I Quit My Day Job to Write a Book?’

By Heather Havrilesky — 2018

Recently, after years of being afraid to confront this reality, I accepted that I want to be a writer.

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7 Ways of Unpacking Fears of Leaving a Job and Striking Out on Your Own

Many of us have thought of or dreamed about leaving that job to pursue our dreams, maybe start a business, or pursue our passion. While there are practical issues to consider, we also need to overcome the inertia that comes with the fear we experience when taking a major new direction in our lives.

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Harvey Deutschendorf
2022
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Should You Quit Your Job to be a Stay-at-Home Mom?

A career time out to stay home with your kids might be tempting, but there’s a lot to consider before you give notice.

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Claire Gagne
2018
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Why Fantasizing About Rage-Quitting Is So Universal

From blatant sabotage to bowing out in a blaze of glory, these resignation fantasies will make you feel less alone.

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Alison Green
2020
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Public Displays of Resignation: Saying ‘I Quit’ Loud and Proud

If quitters think they can punch back at their old bosses without fear of alienating potential future employers, they might be right. The supply-demand curve of the labor market is working in their favor, and employers are growing less choosy.

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Emma Goldberg
2021
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People Are Quitting Their Jobs in Record Numbers—Here’s Why It Might Not Make You Any Happier

Will quitting your job really make you happier? Experts say maybe not as much as you think, especially in the long run and if don’t plan properly.

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Jade Scipioni
2021
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You Don’t Owe Your Company Undying Loyalty

Let’s be clear about the nature of the employer-employee relationship.

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Alison Green
2020
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At What Point Is It OK to Quit a Job I Hate?

Leaving your job when the economy is in the toilet isn’t the safest choice—but there are other things to take into consideration.

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Alison Green
2020
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