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- Insider spoke to people who quit companies like Meta and McKinsey and what they do now.
- No one regretted leaving and one even said he wished he left his $120K finance job sooner.
- "I hope my story shows people that company loyalty doesn't pay," said another.
Many are walking away from their high-paying jobs — and have zero regrets. Insider spoke to seven people who left behind coveted roles at major companies in tech, finance, consulting, and fashion.
From combatting work-induced burnout to chasing long-held dreams, these former corporate employees reveal why they don't miss their old lives. They now have new pursuits and want to share valuable lessons with those considering career shifts.