How To Ditch Your 9-to-5

How to quit without taking a huge risk

Before getting into freelancing, I worked as a graphic designer at multiple advertising firms.

I hated every one of those jobs.

The longest I spent at a job before quitting was 6 months. It was one of the most frustrating periods of my life.

I always felt like I was wasting my talents at those jobs. Like I wasn’t being appreciated.

Whenever I brought up a great idea or concept to my boss, I was shut down. 

My teammates and colleagues were all about sticking to a framework. Never try something new or do things differently.

This made me feel miserable. I would finish my tasks early and wait around doing nothing.

I went from one agency to the next, hoping things would be different. But all these office jobs were the same.

People work there for one reason and that’s to do the bare minimum each day and get paid at the end of the month.

There’s nothing wrong with that. I actually admire those who power through these jobs daily. But it just wasn’t for me. 

So after my fourth job, I decided to quit for good. I didn’t have a plan, any money, or anyone to ask for advice. And it took me a long time to figure things out on my own.

If you’ve ever felt that way before, you’re not alone.

I wish I had someone to tell me this back then because I really needed to hear it. After quitting the job, I felt terrified. Everyone was telling me to find another job. And I felt bad for letting down my parents.

Thanks to freelancing, things worked out for the best. I’m now able to do something that I enjoy doing and actually get paid to do it!

If you feel like you’re stuck at a dead-end job, just know that it’s not too late to restart your career.

Whether it’s to learn a new skill, seek a new career, or even get into freelancing. There are so many opportunities out there.

There are online courses for learning any skill you want, YouTube for learning from others, and job boards for finding freelance gigs.

So, find your path and slowly plan your way out of the rat race and into a more fulfilling career!

However, don’t quit your job right away. Stick with it for a while until you can save enough money to cover your expenses for a couple of months. And learn a new skill or apply for a part-time freelance job on the side.

Once you feel comfortable with your skills and abilities, and have some cash in the rainy day fund, it’s time to quit!

See you next week!

-Roshan

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