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How to quit your job -- without ruining your career | Gala Jackson

Sep 11, 2023
Career coach Gala Jackson gives a three-step exit strategy to quit a job gracefully. Tips include reflection, goal-setting, financial checkup, and positive closure. Navigating career transitions, building relationships, and leveraging networking are also discussed. Understanding stress and making big decisions are emphasized for a fresh start.
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Quick takeaways

  • Identify what feels out of alignment with your goals and values in your current job, and create a checklist for what you want in your next role and set process-based goals that are within your control.
  • Before leaving your job, conduct a financial checkup, know your monthly expenses, and save enough money for emergencies, and strengthen relationships by connecting with colleagues and senior leaders.

Deep dives

Finding Courage in Leaving Your Job

Leaving a job requires courage and self-reflection. Identify what feels out of alignment with your goals and values in your current job. Pinpoint the tasks and experiences you enjoy and determine how your skills and strengths are being utilized. Create a checklist for what you want in your next role and set process-based goals that are within your control.

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