I quit my job.. then went back after 6 months. Here's what I learned.

[@itsnicolesyk]

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[@miss2slick]

This resonates so much! I burnt myself out in a role I pursued for passion. I was lucky that it also paid well. I dreamed of it as a career so it became a huge part of my identity. Unfortunately, it was too much work for 1 person to handle. The overwhelming responsibilities of the job but also the pressure I put on myself led me to burnout. I didn't feel like myself and I developed chronic anxiety in 6 months of that role. I quit out of good conscience and took the last year off. I experienced depression during my break... I think my mind and body needed a purge. Now I'm in a much better place. I have recently got back onto my career path. I was cautious to choose a role that didn't involve the same level of responsibility I had previously. Like you, I took a 10% pay cut. I entered into this new role with hypervigilance about my mental health. This is proving to be serving me well - I feel like myself again, like I have good work-life balance, and I'm proud of my work. The sacrifice was hard to accept initially... I felt like I was settling for less. But now I believe that this is a positive step in the right direction. I can clearly feel a huge difference in myself in this role versus the previous. I'm reminding myself of how important the small steps are and prioritizing protecting my inner peace. I will let the rest fall into place - because I believe in myself and my skills - but at my own pace.

[@itsnicolesyk]

Thank you for sharing this, Jvlia! I'm SO happy you're feeling like yourself again 🥹 Your mental health and well-being is so much more precious and priceless than money could afford ❤

[@kamertonaudiophileplayer847]

You're right. Starting business is usually not having any income for months. It's why you should to create some buffer before starting a business. But sure, you will get pay off after some time.

[@m2m1992]

good reminder about how we spent 1/3 of our life at work... and it is important to FEEL happy while we are at it. Or at least not miserable.

[@kameron1563]

Good video. I think you bring up a pretty good point around the 3 minute mark about taking a pay cut for a less stressful job to work on a side hustle or even improving QoL. I am currently unemployed because i got super burnt out from my last job, but I am being very picky on my new job, kind of like picking a new partner lol

[@itsnicolesyk]

Thanks Kameron! 100%. Take your time with being picky.. what's a few months (or a year) of being mindful + purposeful, compared to decades of being stuck and burnt-out in the wrong job/company?

[@vashawnlife]

So are you basically saying your boyfriend is not that accomplished but he is a great person on the inside? That’s awesome for you but you just told us your boyfriend is not the dream 😢guy you wanted

[@briankelly1240]

Sounded more like her dream changed.

[@itsnicolesyk]

After I posted this, I rewatched it and realized I should have inserted he is still smart, and ambitious in his own way (thankfully he watches my video and didn't take offense to this)😂😂 damn, this relationship thing is actually a video for another day though lol

[@itsnicolesyk]

@@briankelly1240 Pretty much. My relationship dreams became "healthier" just like my previous career dreams :P

[@vashawnlife]

@@itsnicolesyk awesome 😎 We can’t wait to watch that and hear that he might be the one 🙌🎉😊

[@bladmoreno]

We need more of this videos. There is super negative trend around regular jobs. Is a non sense.

[@Dinihsn]

I really tired with my 9-5 job and i also searching for another job. I really feel like is it okay for me to do business and quit 9-5 job or just quit 9-5 job and find another 9-5 job. I don’t like the toxic environment bcs it really affects my well being 😢. Hope that i can find job that makes me healthy physically and mentally. Thank you for this video !!

[@copaxchannel]

Starting a business is unhealthy, it requires radical imbalance for a time. That’s why it’s not for everyone and should only be follow if you are able to stand that for at least 5 years

[@Selsmittenxo]

What was the conversation like to allow the opportunity to go back to the same job you wit from?

[@itsnicolesyk]

Oh no, I did not go back to the same company. I found a different company with a better culture! But I do believe that at the end of the day, if you want to go back to a company and/or negotiate terms, it's definitely possible to approach the convo from a place of grounded-ness and knowing what you want, being open to flexible options. It's worked for people around me.

[@antoniowatkins7823]

Anton Daniels reviewed this episode, I'm watching this again with my daughter

[@samdori302]

#financebae

[@bgfrom603]

It’s wild that companies with great culture seem to always be married to taking a pay cut from somewhere toxic

[@Yousaf_Yunes]

Entrepreneurship and starting a new small business is not for everyone, otherwise everyone would do it.

[@hnnhml]

thank you so much for being so transparent and for sharing this way of looking at the whole 9-5 vs. own business thing. I'm in a somewhat similar situation where I've learned how a 9-5 (or any employment) does have its perks, while doing your own thing can be a really tough thing. I'm still definitely more the business owner type, but I think appreciating 9-5 jobs/corporate jobs for what they are can make like a lot easier:)

[@itsnicolesyk]

I appreciate this Hannah, so happy you're resonating. If more people can think of it that way - to appreciate a 9-5 for what they are, maybe just a means to an end, we'd all be a lot happier. ❤

[@nellymosmover]

Thank you so much for this video, I'm on my way to build my side hustle business and it has been an emotional roller-coaster

[@itsnicolesyk]

Cheering for you, Nelly! ❤ I also have a free 21-paged guide resource pinned if you want to dive deeper into my advice with navigating the emotional ups and downs with a business. 🙏

[@nellymosmover]

@@itsnicolesyk thank you! I'll check it

[@lionness_simsima5941]

Hi there, very interesting very informative

[@ivandoinstuff]

Took me a while to figure this out

[@leslynmoore]

I just found your channel today, and this was a great video. Lots of hidden gems, thank you. Great job!!!!

[@itsnicolesyk]

Amazing to hear this, Leslyn!! Appreciate you ❤

[@successfulperson7657]

Love this so much! A great analysis with awesome tips! Thank you so much for this video! 👏

[@itsnicolesyk]

Thank you, I'm so happy you found lots of value from it. Appreciate you!❤

[@kylamedina2110]

It's nice to have someone talk about the same sentiments I faced this year. I've taken a break from my 9 to 5 to figure out my passion. Also tried starting a business also without a stable income. I agree, it is a big risk and bears alot of uncertainties. Through that journey, I learned my lesson and passion. I can't wait what my life unfolds. Hope that it'll be just as holistic as yours! *Fingers cross*

[@itsnicolesyk]

You're definitely not alone on this journey Kyla and so amazing for you to take that courage for a break. Also, I have a free guide on building out your business on top of a job in a holistic way which can help you dive deeper into my concepts in the description box. I'm cheering you on.❤

[@malhalsey4994]

Let’s stand on business together!

[@tahaderraji7376]

good way of thinking 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@tryphosalove]

So true😫

[@royjohnson9043]

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