She's On The Money

Should You Push Through Burnout for Your Financial Goals? And How To Quit Without Burning Bridges

Dec 4, 2025
Struggling with burnout while chasing financial goals? The hosts explore the clash between ambition and wellbeing, helping listeners identify when to push through and when to rest. They dive into navigating job exits gracefully, keeping your dignity intact, and securing good references. Plus, hear community wins and thrifty tips that inspire smarter money management. Tune in for insightful advice on prioritizing mental health and handling career dilemmas tactfully!
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ADVICE

Do The Math Before Sacrificing Wellbeing

  • Run the numbers to compare staying in a high-pay role versus retraining into lower-paid work before deciding.
  • Talk with your partner and plan timelines so mental health and financial goals align.
ADVICE

Put Mental Health First Immediately

  • Prioritise mental health; switch to a temporary or lower-stress job if that improves wellbeing immediately.
  • Use sick or annual leave for a break and see a GP for mental health certificates if needed.
INSIGHT

Goals Mean Nothing If You Can't Enjoy Them

  • Achieving financial goals is pointless if burnout prevents you enjoying them.
  • Consider whether a mortgage or house will lock you into a life you resent.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app