As your transition coach, I’m here to guide you through what might seem like the simplest yet most daunting step: deciding to leave a job that drains your energy and keeps you from crafting the life you truly desire. You might think there's a perfect time to leave—the completion of a big project, after your bonus, or waiting a bit longer so as to not let other’s down. But waiting for the "right time" could mean waiting forever. We’re not just going to wait; we're going to actively create the right moment.

You don’t need to mark the calendar yet, or have all the answers about what comes next. What’s important is the decision to take control now. Why? Because it shifts responsibility back to you. Every choice you’ve made has led you to this point—from pursuing education to following a corporate career path. Perhaps these weren't entirely your choices. Maybe you conformed to expectations because you didn’t see another viable option, or perhaps because it was what was expected by those who influenced your early decisions. But now, choosing to forge your own path? That choice is entirely yours.

It’s time for a mindset shift. To redefine what success looks like for you. Maybe it still includes all the material things like the big house or the luxury car, but what if it doesn’t? What if success means having the freedom to structure your days, to engage in work that's meaningful and fulfilling? I stayed on the default path too long without questioning what success meant for me. We don’t want that for you.

Aligning your actions with your goals is crucial, echoing the wisdom of Charles Duhigg from The Power of Habit: “The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.” Ask yourself: Would someone determined to break free from corporate constraints stay put in a life that feels misaligned with their true aspirations?

Affirm to yourself: "I have created a life that brings me joy where I am living and working on my own terms”. Feels empowering, doesn’t it? Great, let’s move forward and make your vision a reality. 🌟