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give me 24 minutes to brainwash you into quitting your job (responsibly)

give me 24 minutes to brainwash you into quitting your job (responsibly)

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone feeling trapped in their current job, overwhelmed by systemic pressures, or anxious about the impact of AI and the evolving economy. The discussion highlights how the traditional employment landscape has shifted, why so-called 'stable' jobs may not be secure, and what true security will look like in the future.


Key points include:

  • Why the conventional career model is becoming obsolete
  • The difference between safety and predictability
  • The psychological trap of stability
  • The importance of owning your future
  • Freelancing as a means to gain control over your career and personal life
  • Steps to responsibly transition from your job
  • Building skills and income in the new economic environment
  • The growing trend of women leaving traditional jobs for autonomy
  • Designing a fulfilling life that aligns with your passions

If you're contemplating leaving your job, embarking on a freelance career, or redefining your identity outside the conventional system, this episode offers valuable insights.


In this episode:

#quitting your job 2025, #freelancing, #future of work, #AI and jobs, #escaping the 9-5, #career shift, #autonomy, #self-trust, #designing your life


Timeline

00:00:How the script of work changed

01:26:Safety vs predictability

04:36:Why freelancing is exploding in 2025

07:07:Leverage over credentials

12:13:Real stories of women leaving 9–5

13:43:How to leave your job responsibly

14:36:The mindset + emotional shift

16:53:The financial layer of quitting

21:00:Becoming the main character of your life