How Did Money Factor Into Your Decision to Step Away From Google?

Caviot: I always felt like i had to make enough that if all of a sudden everything dropped out from under me, i would have enough savings or a safety net. When he left his job at Google for the startup start-up position, Caviot took a massive pay cut. "I just don't think these jobs should actually pay the way they are," says Caviot. If you're considering leaving your job, be honest with yourself about what you want and how much money you can stomach, writes Caviot. 'You really need to cater to their curiosity,' adds Caviot.