Reason 3 really hit me “why am i only proud of myself if other people are proud of myself”

Hello Paige, I really enjoyed the thoughtful breakdown you made for all of the reasons and the examples for each of them. For me, the reason that resonated the most was #3: caring too much about the opinions of others. As I reflect about it more, I got the readiness checklist completed for reasons #1-5 as much as reasonably possible (because after all, there is never a perfect time to quit a job and change careers) and need to just make that leap. After all, if it does not work out, I can always go back to getting a crappy job in my previous career.

Usually the sleepless nights or the in and out of slumber would usually be on sundays. Now its everyday. This cant be good

I watched your videos 1 year ago thinking about quitting. There was always excuses holding me back from quitting my 9-5. Through the course of 2022, l began to formulate a plan and put things in place financially to quit. Fast forward to 3 weeks ago and after watching your videos and other channels on the same topic, l finally plucked the courage to put in my notice to my manager to quit my job (digital designer), I’ve been with the same company for 18 years. For the first 16 years, l absolutely loved the job and people I worked with. Then things changed when the management changed. It became toxic. I had to get out. I felt like Truman in the Truman Show at the end walking through that door to a different world...l’m excited where this may lead me..

I put in my notice today after very recently being promoted. I think i made the correct choice and i don't feel any regret just some fear about the next chapter. I enjoy your career related videos i think we are around the same age and the advice is very helpful. Thankyou

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!! And enjoy the journey of this next chapter! Glad to hear you don’t feel any regret. Make note of your reasons for leaving as a reminder to your future self! Although I never have regrets, the doubt and fear creeps in from time to time. I’m so glad you enjoy the videos and that they are helpful for you! If there’s anything specific you want me to talk about, definitely let me know!

@Hllee6428

10 ай бұрын

It’s not so bad to leave on a high, which in your case was shortly after promotion. It may not be too hard to find a better job thereafter.

I had to resign from my job. It became to stressful trying to look for a job after work. I always work long days. 10-11 hours days. I was exhausted from being on my feet all day. I had a hard time making the interviews cause we had to give 48 hour notice to request the time off. Then there was no guarantee you'd be approved. I started acting desperate in my interviews cause i knew i could only ask for so much time off.

I appreciate your videos so much!

Wonderful video Paige. I can relate to each one of these! Such a wise lady! 😊 I’ve known I need to quit my career for years now- my body and health/ insomnia is literally screaming at me now so I need to listen. Thank you for the validation and wise words ❤

Love this! You are a decade younger than me but I look up to you.

Brilliant video with such good advice thank you. ❤ Especially like the 5 whys and listening to your inner voice. I completely agree and advise others this too. 👏

Love the 5 whys concept! It really makes me think

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

It’s one of my favorite exercises to do in my head😅

Never felt so much vains dancing in my head before, constipation off the charts, withdrawing from everyone, snapping at the wind for crying out loud. There was a meeting in our department, everyone seem so passionate and I couldn't wait to get out, tomorrow is Monday, Everytime I eat breakfast at work I get heartburn

Recently quit a part time job as a manager because the stress and energy was literally becoming the same as a full time job + a lot of unnecessary toxic attitude from the owner expecting people to just take one-sided communication, refusing all employee feedback, and weekly turnover. Mind-reading and gaslighting games when employees asked questions - "hey, I need some extra info" - "please READ what I posted" - "yes, I've read it but I still need this info" - "stop arguing with me and why are you frustrated" - "what? I just need this extra info..." - "pleeeease re-read it" 🤦‍♂🤦‍♂ worst part was the info was very quick to provide later too... a few seconds to save such a huge hassle. often on days off too: "heeeeey, I NEED someone to work asap today " and "uhh NO, we already have enough staff" 🙃🙃 Trusted myself to leave for sure 😉😉

Hi Paige ! New to your content. It’s very helpful. I work in academia and I am so burned out. My work environment is also extremely isolating despite being required to go to my office every day. Tomorrow, I’ll either submit my notice or walk away.

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

Welcome!! So glad you’re here💜 I’ve heard academia can be extremely stressful.. sorry you’re dealing with burn out. Isolation just makes things twice as hard! Did you end up putting in your notice?💜

@BreeziDeezi

Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeWestCo it is! And so many egos. I asked to meet to have my grievances heard and I was terminated. Different outcome but freedom nevertheless

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

@@BreeziDeezi so much respect to you for trying to share your grievances and make things work before putting in your notice. I hope you view this as a sign that it definitely was not the place for you if they weren’t willing to listen and work with you! On to much bigger and better things💜

@BreeziDeezi

Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeWestCo you’re a kind soul, thank you… I’ll remind myself of this.

@DontWorkAtAStartUpSobSobSob

Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeWestCo Paige, I'm burnt out too ;-; Corporate is abnormal

Look into fixed indemnity plans for health insurance

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

Ooo I’ll check that out! I signed up for a medical sharing program but still have been looking into other options!

This is the last video. Problem is, am gonna watch it till the ribbon pops. Like one a them VCR cassette

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

This comment made my day! Love the analogy😂

@jolopones

Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeWestCo happy it did. 😁

When your crying in the shower in the morning because you have to go to work, , time to quit.

I WANT TO QUIT MY JOB!!

❤❤❤🎉🎃

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️🍂👻

It's been 11 years at that job. I've been debating for the past 7years of it. Lol, who does that?

@hereisneema

Жыл бұрын

You’re not the worst! Trust me!

@jolopones

Жыл бұрын

@@hereisneema I thought it wouldn't get any worse than this. Lol

@PaigeWestCo

Жыл бұрын

Try out that 5 why’s exercise! Hopefully it can help you get to the root of it! Wishing you all the best💜

@jolopones

Жыл бұрын

To be honest I knew from day one wat it was. I just kept pushing it down, goes away felt better for awhile then it came back

@hereisneema

Жыл бұрын

@@jolopones I have worked with women that have been miserable in their jobs for over 20 years....put up with so much BS from management and still don't make even 60k a year, and still counting down to retirement at those jobs...complaining everyday