Admit it: At some point in your career, you've imagined walking into your boss's office and quitting on the spot.
It's a tempting daydream, especially in today's challenging job market, where "job hugging" has surpassed job hopping.
But leaving your job isn't always as straightforward as it might seem, especially when you're trying not to burn bridges. What's the best way to give notice, you might wonder? Is it ever a good idea to quit without your next role lined up? Is now the right time to retire, divorce your husband, and move to Italy?
Business Insider has spoken with scores of workers who decided it was time for a change. Some have regrets, but many of them found quitting to be the start of a new chapter — a chance to regroup, fight burnout, and find a more fulfilling career.
Read on to learn from their experiences.
I burned out after working at Deloitte, Salesforce, Yelp, and Cruise. The pressure was unsustainable, so I quit corporate.
I became a full-time content creator but quit after I realized I was sacrificing my morals for a paycheck. It made me insecure and anxious.
While working as a lawyer, I started posting about my family online. When it took off, I quit, and my site makes over $1 million each year.
I quit my first job out of college at PwC after a year. Working at the Big Four has pros — but one con was a dealbreaker.
I was burned out at work, so I quit my job, sold my home, and moved to Spain. It was the best decision of my life.
I quit my job, divorced my husband, and moved to Italy to retire. I miss my kids, but I'm happier and healthier here.
I quit my job to travel the world. About 18 months later, I realized living abroad isn't all it's cracked up to be.
I accepted the first job I was offered out of college and ended up hating it. Quitting led to my dream career.
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