Sort your finances before you quit out loud

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Editor's note: There isn’t much left to add to the discourse on quiet quitting: the workplace debate has taken the internet by storm; some have termed the phenomenon the natural consequence of burnout, some others call it an anti-capitalist movement, and yet, for others, it’s “just doing your job”. Irrespective of where you stand on quiet quitting, I wanted to take today’s newsletter as an opportunity to discuss quitting out loud. What if you’re burned out to the point where you need time to just recover and only then plan your next career move? What if you want to take the time to think about upskilling yourself and changing directions in your career? What if you’ve just had enough and want a break? Quitting your job without a plan could have messy financial consequences. If you’ve made up your mind to say sayonara to your workplace, here’s a plan to help you ensure that your bank account doesn’t feel the pinch. Start with a lifestyle audit Having a stable paycheck enables a lifestyle—whether it’s an apartment that’s in the city, nights out, …