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NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My best friend and I built a multimillion-dollar business. We travel the world together and live in the same building.

Salim Elhila prioritizes freedom and entrepreneurship over traditional corporate success, leading to multimillion-dollar success in the crypto industry.
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I got fired while in cancer treatment. I thought it was a death sentence, but it led me to my dream job.

Alex George transformed her life from journalism to baking after being diagnosed with cancer, emphasizing the importance of pursuing one's passion.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I left a stressful job in my 30s and moved abroad for a year. When I returned to the corporate world, I built a better, more flexible career.

Leaving a stressful corporate job can lead to a more fulfilling life in a new environment.
Taking risks can result in personal growth and new opportunities.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My best friend and I built a multimillion-dollar business. We travel the world together and live in the same building.

Salim Elhila prioritizes freedom and entrepreneurship over traditional corporate success, leading to multimillion-dollar success in the crypto industry.
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I got fired while in cancer treatment. I thought it was a death sentence, but it led me to my dream job.

Alex George transformed her life from journalism to baking after being diagnosed with cancer, emphasizing the importance of pursuing one's passion.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I left a stressful job in my 30s and moved abroad for a year. When I returned to the corporate world, I built a better, more flexible career.

Leaving a stressful corporate job can lead to a more fulfilling life in a new environment.
Taking risks can result in personal growth and new opportunities.
#freelancing
Remote teams
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

I left office culture for freelance solitude. Now I work alone, wear activewear, and earn triple.

Freelancing provides autonomy and fulfillment beyond the conventional office environment.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

I quit my full-time job to work as a freelancer. Making my own schedule means I get to live like a retiree in my 40s.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Media industry

I'm a boomer who didn't want to return to the corporate world after sailing the Pacific and traveling in an RV. Freelancing was the answer.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Everyday cooking

It may seem like I'm unsuccessful because I'm a barista, but I love the job. It pays my bills, and I get to explore my passions.

Remote teams
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

I left office culture for freelance solitude. Now I work alone, wear activewear, and earn triple.

Freelancing provides autonomy and fulfillment beyond the conventional office environment.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

I quit my full-time job to work as a freelancer. Making my own schedule means I get to live like a retiree in my 40s.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Media industry

I'm a boomer who didn't want to return to the corporate world after sailing the Pacific and traveling in an RV. Freelancing was the answer.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Everyday cooking

It may seem like I'm unsuccessful because I'm a barista, but I love the job. It pays my bills, and I get to explore my passions.

#will-young
#interior-design
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

When I was laid off, I used it as an opportunity to finally pursue my dream career. But I only had a month to apply to grad school.

Treating applications like a full-time job helped me focus my energy on graduate school instead of dwelling on my recent layoff.
Miscellaneous
#mental-health
Portland food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Covid-19 took their restaurant jobs. They switched careers: I'm making twice as much money now'

The pandemic significantly altered the restaurant industry, leading to massive layoffs and a reevaluation of career priorities among restaurant workers.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Mental health

I was so burned out at my job that I quit and swapped my salary for student loan debt. Some didn't support my decision.

Portland food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Covid-19 took their restaurant jobs. They switched careers: I'm making twice as much money now'

The pandemic significantly altered the restaurant industry, leading to massive layoffs and a reevaluation of career priorities among restaurant workers.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Mental health

I was so burned out at my job that I quit and swapped my salary for student loan debt. Some didn't support my decision.

#acting
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Retirement

Cate Blanchett shares she is 'serious about giving up acting' as she teases Hollywood retirement: 'I mean it'

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Renovation

My favourite room: Meet the acting couple who brought a new lease of life (plus theatre sets and quality coffee!) to a country cottage

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Retirement

Cate Blanchett shares she is 'serious about giving up acting' as she teases Hollywood retirement: 'I mean it'

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Renovation

My favourite room: Meet the acting couple who brought a new lease of life (plus theatre sets and quality coffee!) to a country cottage

#life-transition
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I'm not yet 50, have close to $5m saved up, and want to retire but my job is holding me back. What are my options?

Retirement decisions can deeply impact one's identity and routine, especially after a fulfilling career.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I'm not yet 50, have close to $5m saved up, and want to retire but my job is holding me back. What are my options?

Retirement decisions can deeply impact one's identity and routine, especially after a fulfilling career.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

At 35 I quit my corporate job and decided to have a baby. Writing my novel helped me be a better mom.

Parenthood can profoundly influence creativity and artistic expression.
#job-market
Retirement
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Here's the best way to quit your job without burning bridges

Job changes are frequent, averaging every two years and nine months; maintaining professional relationships is crucial.
Tech industry
fromMedium
1 month ago

I stopped applying to tech jobs

Leaving the tech job market allows for self-reflection and re-evaluating life beyond constant job applications.
Remote teams
fromParent Portfolio
2 weeks ago

10 Dream Remote Jobs That Unlock Unlimited Freedom and Flexibility

Remote jobs offer flexibility, cost savings, and increased productivity, making them an attractive option for many workers.
Retirement
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Here's the best way to quit your job without burning bridges

Job changes are frequent, averaging every two years and nine months; maintaining professional relationships is crucial.
Tech industry
fromMedium
1 month ago

I stopped applying to tech jobs

Leaving the tech job market allows for self-reflection and re-evaluating life beyond constant job applications.
Remote teams
fromParent Portfolio
2 weeks ago

10 Dream Remote Jobs That Unlock Unlimited Freedom and Flexibility

Remote jobs offer flexibility, cost savings, and increased productivity, making them an attractive option for many workers.
fromEater Chicago
2 weeks ago

Food Guy Steve Dolinsky's Final NBC Chicago Segment Will Air on May 29

"They want somebody who's immersed in food, and so that's what I do. It really - it's just a perfect fit."
NYC food
#tech-industry
#entrepreneurship
Women in technology
fromWho What Wear
1 month ago

How Anna Harman, the Co-Founder of Studs, Transformed the Piercing Experience

Anna Harman transformed the ear piercing experience into a curated, fashion-forward endeavor with her brand, Studs.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I left my JP Morgan job making over $250k to start my business, and thought I'd made a mistake

Hugh Morris transitioned from a stable job to entrepreneurship to gain freedom, control over client selection, and community involvement.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
NYC startup

A millennial who quit her tech job details the costs and challenges of making a career change to a self-employed baker

fromwww.cnbc.com
2 months ago
NYC startup

I quit my 6-figure Wall Street jobnow I make $1,000 an hour working from home as a tutor: My No. 1 side hustle advice

Women in technology
fromWho What Wear
1 month ago

How Anna Harman, the Co-Founder of Studs, Transformed the Piercing Experience

Anna Harman transformed the ear piercing experience into a curated, fashion-forward endeavor with her brand, Studs.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I left my JP Morgan job making over $250k to start my business, and thought I'd made a mistake

Hugh Morris transitioned from a stable job to entrepreneurship to gain freedom, control over client selection, and community involvement.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
NYC startup

A millennial who quit her tech job details the costs and challenges of making a career change to a self-employed baker

fromwww.cnbc.com
2 months ago
NYC startup

I quit my 6-figure Wall Street jobnow I make $1,000 an hour working from home as a tutor: My No. 1 side hustle advice

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Crohn's disease forced me to give up my dream job' - patient reveals daily struggle of living with debilitating and incurable illness

"After struggling with unexplained symptoms for several years, I finally received a diagnosis, but it meant giving up my aspirations and facing daily challenges."
Cancer
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I feel free': the people who quit office jobs for the great outdoors and would never go back

Steve Kell found fulfillment in nature after a career in banking, becoming a countryside ranger and embracing the joys of outdoor education.
#podcasting
Podcast
fromWho What Wear
1 month ago

From the Kitchen to Top Chef: How Kristen Kish Has Become a Culinary Icon

Kristen Kish's journey exemplifies the power of embracing one's passion and making bold career pivots.
#work-life-balance
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I left a high-paying job in law to take care of my kids. It allowed me to be there when they needed me.

A former attorney transitioned to travel writing to balance family life and career aspirations.
fromAol
2 months ago
Career

Job Hopping Doesn't Always Mean Big Salary Bumps: 7 Things To Consider Before Switching

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
NYC startup

I went into medicine to follow my parents' footsteps. I realized I needed a more creative career, and now I'm the CEO of a gaming company.

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Women in technology

I traded my 9-to-5 for OnlyFans - I'm working harder with more hours than ever before: 'If I don't, I'm f-ked'

Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I left a high-paying job in law to take care of my kids. It allowed me to be there when they needed me.

A former attorney transitioned to travel writing to balance family life and career aspirations.
fromAol
2 months ago
Career

Job Hopping Doesn't Always Mean Big Salary Bumps: 7 Things To Consider Before Switching

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
NYC startup

I went into medicine to follow my parents' footsteps. I realized I needed a more creative career, and now I'm the CEO of a gaming company.

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Women in technology

I traded my 9-to-5 for OnlyFans - I'm working harder with more hours than ever before: 'If I don't, I'm f-ked'

fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Fox & Friends' Host Steve Doocy Tearfully Reveals Major Change to On-Air Role-as He Gets Set to Quit New Jersey to Move to Florida

He explained, 'After decades of getting up at 3:30 and driving into NYC in the dark, today is the last day I will host the show ... from the couch.'
Retirement
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC public school teacher ditches her classroom to pursue a lifelong dream - and is making bank

"It's a really beautiful experience, getting to connect with people, but also turning that connection into art," she told The Post.
NYC startup
#broadcasting
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'I'm genuinely shocked at the reaction' - Joanna Donnelly signs off on last RTE weather forecast in unexpected announcement

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Women in technology

Mystery and intrigue as forecaster Joanna Donnelly announces sudden end to broadcasting gig with RTE after 10 years

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'I'm genuinely shocked at the reaction' - Joanna Donnelly signs off on last RTE weather forecast in unexpected announcement

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Women in technology

Mystery and intrigue as forecaster Joanna Donnelly announces sudden end to broadcasting gig with RTE after 10 years

from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

I make $300K in IT and got a $600K offer from a private equity-backed firm - is the extra pay worth the risk?

It can be tempting to chase a larger paycheck, but sometimes it's worth sticking with the job you know rather than taking a risk.
Retirement
Podcast
fromWhoWhatWear
2 months ago

How Jennie Garth Has Evolved Her Career To Continue Empowering Women

Jennie Garth exemplifies the power of career reinvention by embracing diversification and self-empowerment after her iconic role in Beverly Hills, 90210.
#networking
Women in technology
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Her engine, her rules: Bay Area automotive professor urging more women to get under the hood

Professor Julia Johnson is a trailblazer in automotive technology, encouraging women to pursue careers in car repair through her teaching and advocacy.
Remote teams
fromFinanceBuzz
2 months ago

12 Work From Home Jobs That Pay at Least $15 an Hour

Remote work is a viable option for high-paying jobs, facilitating a better work-life balance.
The article highlights various remote jobs that pay at least $15 per hour.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was laid off from the federal government. Here's why I turned down an offer to go back to the job.

I heard small talk about possible job cuts. One coworker jokingly said something like, "What if we all get fired?" Still, I wasn't taking it too seriously.
Privacy professionals
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

I'm an OnlyFans star - my 'insane work ethic' is stronger than 9-5 workers

"To succeed in this industry you have to have an insane work ethic. I work double the average person's hours a week, and I'm only where I am now because I invest so much time in my job."
Women in technology
Fashion & style
fromWhoWhatWear
2 months ago

How Danessa Myricks Built Her Eponymous Beauty Brand

Danessa Myricks exemplifies how to pivot successfully across diverse career paths, highlighting resilience and innovation in the beauty industry.
Poker
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

David Coleman Talks Breakout Year On The Tournament Circuit

David Coleman transitioned from a mundane job as a pension plan administrator to a successful full-time poker career, achieving notable wins in 2024.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm 58 and lost my 6-figure job. Over a year of applications later, I still haven't found anything.

Age and salary expectations are significant hurdles for job seekers, particularly in the white-collar sector.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Sir David Jason steps away from TV and makes a huge career change

David takes you behind the curtain, revealing the secrets, techniques, and on-set magic that made these moments so timeless.
London politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I gave up working in education to become a fitness instructor, and I have zero regrets

I was focused on improving my health and losing weight. I started watching a bunch of YouTube videos on weights and form and all of that.
Exercise
Mental health
fromWhoWhatWear
2 months ago

Thais Aliabadi Continues to Revolutionize Women's Health With Ovii

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi exemplifies courage and dedication, transforming her personal journey into a powerful career in women's health.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Why I Gave My Boss a 60-Day Retirement Notice After 40 Years in the Workforce

Providing an extended notice for retirement can foster positive relationships and ease transitions.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's happening fast' creative workers and professionals share their fears and hopes about the rise of AI

Generative AI tools are undermining traditional photography careers, forcing professionals to adapt or diversify their income.
Marketing tech
fromCreative Boom
2 months ago

Got Itchy Feet? LinkedIn's playful new campaign encourages Gen Z to find their next job

Young professionals are increasingly exploring job opportunities that offer flexibility, growth, and purpose.
LinkedIn's 'Got Itchy Feet?' campaign creatively embodies the career insecurities of today’s workforce.
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