How to (Responsibly) Leave Your 9-5 Job Without Ruining Your Life

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  • Опубліковано 11 гру 2024

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  • @stacyisdead8517
    @stacyisdead8517 2 дні тому +11

    as someone who quit their job and flew to another country with no savings, emergency fund or plan - please take this man’s advice into account before quitting your job my people ‼️
    what i thought was going to be a new life with greener grass turned out to be an even more difficult road with challenges i didn’t anticipate and plan for.
    i’m only just getting back on my feet after landing a job 6 months after moving to this country and hundreds of job applications later, lesson learned for sure.
    be wise! thanks for the video bro

  • @KinnoCudeiro
    @KinnoCudeiro 3 дні тому +30

    This is quickly becoming my favorite english speaking channel. Just wish I had seen something like this before I quit with no plan or something else lined up a few years back but thankfully we all learn from our mistakes

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  3 дні тому +4

      happy to be one of your favorite english speaking channels. I might have to throw everyone off one day and do a video in my B1/B2 level spanish

    • @KinnoCudeiro
      @KinnoCudeiro 3 дні тому +1

      @@whylearntech Hah, I wonder how many other native spanish speakers like me are watching in the shadows... I'll be on the lookout for sure

  • @jaredbeckwith
    @jaredbeckwith 3 дні тому +27

    I hated my job, so quit for 6 months. When I ran out of money, I was able to get another job even though my plans didn’t work out. Take the risk as long as you have a little emergency fund

    • @gangatalishis
      @gangatalishis 2 дні тому +1

      Yeah it all depends on how much you got in your emergency fund but it’s generally a very bad idea to up and quit.

    • @smellslikeproductions
      @smellslikeproductions День тому

      So you’re back in the same place

  • @100xasd
    @100xasd 3 дні тому +12

    I also left my corporate job this year, despite not having an offer lined up in this market. Simply put, I was becoming considerably depressed working for an employer constantly demanding more while cutting back on benefits also. Easy to say I did not want to return there although I was welcome back, so many of my old co-workers had also left. In the end I think I made the right decision, despite lacking a clear plan since I had lots of time figuring stuff out.

  • @letstalklife12
    @letstalklife12 3 дні тому +8

    i just want to say u have motived me in life although i am a student and wont quit school i have finally found u can say a side goal i wont go much in detail but its youtube ( not this channel ) but the thing is now my life feels like it has a meaning i wake up each day excited for what will i work on today i study 8 9 hours i work 4 hour youtube and it finally gives me a feeling i was missing since covid ur channel has made me feel alot more alive this is the first time in 9 year i have commented on someone channel cause u have done miracles for my life thank u

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  3 дні тому +3

      hell yeah man. Super happy for you that you have that feeling back, and honored I helped you find it. Your comment gave me some more motivation this morning! Keep going on the new channel, and good luck!

    • @letstalklife12
      @letstalklife12 3 дні тому +1

      @@whylearntech much love to u aswell keep the good work up

  • @lonestar765
    @lonestar765 3 дні тому +15

    Don’t leave unless you have a solid plan, I underestimated my burn rate and went into some debt after leaving my job 8 months ago. Didn’t find another job until 5 months later and still have 1K in cc debt left to pay off which I will by end of year.

    • @christiank7837
      @christiank7837 3 дні тому +2

      Bro we have almost identical situations 🤣 I quit my last job on a whim in April. Went until June till I got another job, which I’ve been at for 6 months, and now I’m back to hating my life and a grand of credit card debt.

  • @MusmiBlackOps
    @MusmiBlackOps 3 дні тому +5

    I quit my corporate job a few months ago to pursue UA-cam full time. It was a huge risk but I had a plan and all the financials worked out exactly like you talk about in this video. So far it's going far better than I expected, I'm working harder and enjoying myself more than ever before and I'm just hoping it continues on the current trajectory so I can keep following the dream!

    • @MoabieFort
      @MoabieFort 2 дні тому +3

      same bro, quitting my job was the best thing i have ever done, it has completely shifted the trajectory of my life. instead of feeling behind of my peers i now feel ahead.

    • @MusmiBlackOps
      @MusmiBlackOps 2 дні тому +1

      @MoabieFort love to hear that, congrats! 🔥

    • @smellslikeproductions
      @smellslikeproductions День тому

      !remindme1year to make fun of these broke ngas

  • @advenco344
    @advenco344 3 дні тому +3

    I’m glad UA-cam recommended me this video because I’m planning on leaving my job at the end of this month. By the way, I love how this video is a throwback to old school commentaries with CoD gameplay in the background lol.

  • @Theliononthehunt
    @Theliononthehunt 3 дні тому +1

    I dont comment much on UA-cam but MAN…Your channel is an escape and a time to think on whats important in this life. Love your work keep posting your going to the moon!📈📈

  • @picklepanther8357
    @picklepanther8357 3 дні тому +5

    Great content bro, you’re bound to blow up

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  3 дні тому +1

      "It's over. We are screwed. Dunder mifflin - scranton is being shut down". Thanks for the support, hope I can keep the momentum!

  • @NoahThies
    @NoahThies 3 дні тому +2

    These vids have been a highlight of my day keep it going brother!

  • @fenderstrat2017
    @fenderstrat2017 3 дні тому +2

    Greatness!
    I can relate…I graduated college with a finance degree and realized it wasn’t my passion.
    I’m very blessed in that my parents own a small Cessna and I’m now pursuing my dream of becoming a pilot. I have no regrets and can look in the mirror at the end of the day knowing I bet on myself and I can always live with that!
    Best of luck! (Love the runway analogy btw)

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  3 дні тому +1

      haha you need a nice runway so that you give your plane the opportunity to take off!! Best of luck to you as well

  • @Pack52022
    @Pack52022 3 дні тому +1

    Hey man just have to say not only your commentary gives me nostalgia from old youtube days around early 2000s or so but in a weird way its like your our youtube dad, giving life advice on anything meaningful wish schools had more of this. Learning about business stuff like in your investing video on whether this year stocks is up or down and taking risks on ones that could yield amazing results when on deals. My uncle gave me advice himself too on investing what you know like for example WWE is doing really well currently. I work a part time job as my first job doing dishes at a small cafe, planning to leave soon but trying to think on whats a good job to consider for full time as my first full time job. I have anxiety and personal issues with my biological father who passed years ago still make me hesitant on many things. Even small steps tend to be difficult for me honestly

  • @AmaryxGamesYT
    @AmaryxGamesYT 3 дні тому +1

    I always have a backup plan for everything no matter what happens. Always be one step ahead!

  • @jacobklebar6071
    @jacobklebar6071 3 дні тому

    Just found your channel and videos about a few weeks ago and it spiked my interest especially with all of the financial content. Then I found out you’re a Packers fan and it was an instant sub. Go Pack Go!

  • @utid1236
    @utid1236 3 дні тому +1

    Love your videos, the right topics always seem to find me at the right time. Would be great to hear you talk about your dream and your plan to chase it

  • @petey33x
    @petey33x 2 дні тому

    I worked in operations management for Amazon straight out of college. I was there for 1 year and 3 months. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. While there I started pursuing aviation. I left that position to take a much lower paying job, but one that afforded time with my wife and time to study, which I didn’t have before. The QOL has improved drastically.

  • @officialtbhoops
    @officialtbhoops 3 дні тому +1

    I quit a 9-5 after 2 years but made the mistake of not having a plan. Thought I could find personal training clients instantly and run a supplement business but didn’t expect the cost.
    I have a different job now but need to leave soon. It’s been bad but doable, but now it’s really getting to me. I need to find the right path.
    People need to remember that a corporate job or entrepreneurship are not the only 2 options. There are plenty of careers where you are working for someone but you might love it.

  • @KillaMinga
    @KillaMinga 3 дні тому +4

    love your videos bro

  • @Stallzyx
    @Stallzyx 3 дні тому

    Very true good advice. Been working a retail job for near 18 months despite having a math degree and a few factors have made me feel like enough is enough. I was going to wait it out until February or March when I have maybe £1000 in savings but I can't wait that long and my family have said they'll support me if I'm struggling a bit, better to leave for the sake of my mental. But I know that's a more rare and less ideal than indepenent situation

  • @TheSimpleBurrito
    @TheSimpleBurrito 2 дні тому

    Another great video, there’s something so motivating about your delivery. For those interested more in this topic, The Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris is really good

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  День тому

      I appreciate that! I read that book, Tim Ferris is a legend

  • @davidsprauer9443
    @davidsprauer9443 3 дні тому +1

    That jump at 10:45

  • @citramate3633
    @citramate3633 2 дні тому

    Everyone's circumstance is different but you've provided a good framework to think about it. I'll be sticking to my WFH job where they think they're taking advantage of me by paying me 30% below market rate while I take advantage of them by getting my job done in 1-2 hour and being a time thief the rest of the time. I doubt i'd be able to get a full WFH job again so i'm just taking full advantage of it, the same way they took advantage of me when i actually tried at work. The irony is that i'm being seen as a higher performer than I was before. Lesson learned. Don't take on extra jobs at work unless it's extremely visible.

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  День тому

      sounds like you have a nice situation with a WFH job! those are harder to find nowadays

  • @TheVexuri
    @TheVexuri 3 дні тому

    I've commented about this a few times, but I wanted to leave another one.
    This week is actually my last week at a job I've been at for about 3 months, it was a finance position in a pretty cutthroat and toxic environment and I just don't like the work. I am lucky enough to still be about a year and a half removed from college so I'm still figuring it out, but I think I know where my passion lies: in tech. My degree is literally in IT so maybe the answer was right in front of me the whole time...I thought the corporate world would look more appealing to others so that's what I tried to pursue it, but I was just lying to myself for the sake of what others might think.
    Studying for certifications within the field, so hopefully that will give me an edge in this job market...fingers crossed. :)

  • @svtcolten7439
    @svtcolten7439 3 дні тому +3

    Wealth is a measure of how long you could live off of the money you have if you were to quit your job now.

  • @JustJV_
    @JustJV_ 3 дні тому +3

    This video was needed

  • @CollinMeCrazy
    @CollinMeCrazy 3 дні тому

    Leaving on good terms couldn't be more important, especially if you don't mind the job as much or aren't being treated terribly. All jobs I've had, even tho very low end, I've left on good terms

  • @slingraidz
    @slingraidz 3 дні тому +3

    Let's go first, you've inspired me to try upload again

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  3 дні тому +2

      Glad to hear it :) good luck in your youtube resurgence!

  • @KevinNaughtonJr
    @KevinNaughtonJr 3 дні тому

    love the vids keep it up glad you're chasing your dream :)

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  2 дні тому +1

      Hell yeah you too! Love the software engineering content

    • @KevinNaughtonJr
      @KevinNaughtonJr 2 дні тому

      @whylearntech thanks :)

  • @r3mii-CL
    @r3mii-CL День тому

    I didnt give my boss a 2 week notice for a few reasons;
    1. He payed me and other workers 2-6 weeks late. And when he did pay, he didn’t pay all of it.
    2. He told me I didn’t deserve a raise, even-though my first year in I was given responsibilities above my pay grade.
    3. He was upset with me for not working overtime.
    Why would I work overtime for someone who plays late. And get this,for the workers that worked 7 days a week for him for years, they never got overtime pay. They just got regular pay. They never got the time and a half for working after hours or the double time pay for working weekends, cause they didnt know any better.

  • @dynamightCOD
    @dynamightCOD 2 дні тому

    the GOAT of old school comms

  • @HustlingDogg
    @HustlingDogg 3 дні тому +1

    love the vid 🔥be responsible with your finances people!

  • @harran9962
    @harran9962 3 дні тому

    Another good one.

  • @Gavenchyy
    @Gavenchyy 16 годин тому

    this guy is a fucking gold mine holy

  • @Ridou
    @Ridou 3 дні тому +1

    Great video

  • @dovid-19
    @dovid-19 3 дні тому +1

    You should do a video on how to not become homeless because being homeless is illegal

  • @ZelenoJabko
    @ZelenoJabko 3 дні тому +1

    So what is this plan? At the beginning of the video you promised you were gonna tell us your master plan.

  • @GavinPugo
    @GavinPugo 3 дні тому +1

    Nice videos

  • @FlexSZN23
    @FlexSZN23 3 дні тому

    Quitting your job to “pursue a dream” is crazy. Quitting to go back to school or get training is one thing but just trying to “start a business” is something you can do while working a 9-5. If you can get it off the ground while working, maybe it’s not a viable idea.

    • @deivisnx
      @deivisnx 3 дні тому +1

      Do you work 9-5 and have a business?

    • @FlexSZN23
      @FlexSZN23 2 дні тому

      @@deivisnxyeah, and why does that matter? Do you have a brain? Because common sense dictates that you don’t jump into something like that headfirst. If you think you actually have experience to know quitting a job before your business is off the ground, you’re not very bright

  • @Jacob-px4vf
    @Jacob-px4vf 3 дні тому +2

    Hey Whylearn I’m trying to grow my own channel in a similar style to yours ( not this account I’m using to comment here hehe ) just wondering how long do you spend writing scripts or texts for your videos ? Or is it just main chapter titles and you improv ?
    Thanks I was just wondering 😊

  • @jrrr30
    @jrrr30 3 дні тому +1

    whoops wish i didn’t tell my coworkers i plan on quitting no wonder i don’t get a raise

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  3 дні тому +1

      haha for sure a mistake, now you know not to make it again!!

  • @Jacob-px4vf
    @Jacob-px4vf 3 дні тому +2

    This “ thing “ he’s pursuing is it only YT ? or something else ?

    • @AmaryxGamesYT
      @AmaryxGamesYT 3 дні тому

      Yeah he saved a bunch of money and invested while growing a UA-cam channel on the side. He's also doing software engineering work on the side to keep income flowing if he needs it

    • @Jacob-px4vf
      @Jacob-px4vf 2 дні тому

      @@AmaryxGamesYT Ok so 2 incomes and savings/investments. I wonder how mych youtube pays him as his current yt state.

  • @BoxOfCurryos
    @BoxOfCurryos 2 дні тому

    Anyone else notice the large influx of UA-camrs promoting financial and career advice over “nostalgic” MW2 gameplay? Yeah something ain’t adding up…

    • @truejon
      @truejon 2 дні тому

      Yeah but what do you think is going on...?

    • @BoxOfCurryos
      @BoxOfCurryos 2 дні тому +1

      @ it feels artificial, and like there’s some bigger ulterior motive to tap into the minds of millennials (or older Gen Z like me) using nostalgia. One video like this, that’s fine. Two videos like this? Maybe a coincidence. But in this past week I have seen FOUR separate videos like this in my feed and that’s hella suspicious.

    • @truejon
      @truejon 2 дні тому

      @@BoxOfCurryos youtube can and does push videos they want so, I wouldn't doubt it

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  День тому

      I don't see a problem, just a guy who loves these old video games sharing some things i've learned in life. Lots of us who played these are adults now with more life experiences. There's no ulterior motive lol. I just like talking about finances. Plus the stuff we are sharing is not destructive or pushing you to do something crazy by any means

    • @whylearntech
      @whylearntech  День тому

      the reason they are in your feed is because you are clicking and commenting on these. it's just software