I quit my job to pursue a better opportunity, but then I was fired. I'm now forced to rethink my whole career.

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The author lost his job and had to start over.

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My husband and I quit our jobs to travel for a year. My biggest concern was having a career gap on my résumé.

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Maria Laposata and her husband left their jobs to spend a year traveling around the world.

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I quit the golden handcuffs of Big Tech for an AI startup. It's not for everyone, but here's why I know I made the right choice.

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Kendall Rankin
Kendall Rankin says the startup lifestyle might not work for everyone.

Kendall Rankin

I put my dreams on hold for a stable career in finance. 6 years in, I gave up my 6-figure salary to move to Hawaii and start over.

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Adam Knorr.

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'Suits' actor Patrick J. Adams said his mom helped him confirm that it was time to quit and focus on family

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Patrick J. Adams left "Suits" after season 7.

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A 26-year-old solopreneur with a 6-figure business shares 4 tips for successfully transitioning from a normal job to a full-time content creator

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Natalie Fischer quit her job as a data analyst to start her own business as a financial content creator.
Natalie Fischer quit her job as a data analyst to start her own business as a financial content creator.

Natalie Fischer

I quit my job because of an RTO mandate. I never want to work in an office again.

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Jennifer Oliva runs was a television producer for 25 years.

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Feeling stuck at a job you hate? Here are 4 ways to unstick your career.

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I quit my job at Meta and traveled to Bali to find myself — but 2 months later, I moved back into my parents' house more confused than ever.

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Simone Landis sitting by a pool facing the mountains in Bali.
Simone Landis moved back into her childhood home after quitting her career at Meta.

Simone Landis

I quit my job and moved in with my aunt. I make a third of my old salary, but I have peace and can save for retirement.

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Ashley Couto quit a 6-figure job and gave up her dream apartment. She moved in with her aunt to save money and has better work-life balance.

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