I Quit my Accounting Job | How I Knew it Was Time to Quit

Oh Heyyyyyyy! I missed y'all more than you know. Thank you so much for your patience while I was MIA. Whew, the burnout was real. Anyway I am back now and ready to catch up. First things first- I quit my full time job in accounting. I actually did it!

I had been in my role as an investment accountant working for a large insurance company for two years and while it was a fantastic job, I had to let it go. In today's video I will be sharing how I knew it was time to quit my job and what I did to prepare for my departure.

There were so many signs that reinforced my idea that I needed to quit my job and as time progressed I could no longer ignore them. I have held a job since I was about 15 years old and I have always appreciated the stability and predictability of having a job. In 2020 I had a major mindset shift. I decided that I wanted to work my job and not have my job work me. I recently started my own accounting practice and really loved the flexibility that having my own business afforded me. So I made a plan and quit my full time job so that I could focus on my business.

I hope this video brings someone clarity and provides insight into the process of quitting your day job. If a job is no longer serving you, please know that it is okay to walk away from it.

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[simplylicia]

My last day in corporate was June 10th. I'm set to launch my CPA practice in September. No clients yet but I'm much happier with the freedom and needed the break to truly focus on being self employed. Glad I can come to your channel because I relate to many parts of your story

[robertenriquez]

Obviously CPA exam has been a pain in my ass that won't bother me any longer I have gotten my license already thanks to you Mr Dylan God bless you more cuz you made it possible for me

[dtae]

I’m not even in accounting or have any interest in it, but I still watched this entire video bc your personality is so warm & inviting. Plus, I love seeing Black women flourish. 🙂 Congrats on your endeavors!

[Ever_Eternitii]

One tax season was all it took for me to know this could not be my life, that firm had they had me stressed out like i was saving lives lol, industry is definitely my route

[Elleve]

from one [mentally] struggling accountant to another - i love how HONEST this video is! i'm currently stuck between the W2 and freelance jump, and after one terrible accounting experience to another, I'M EXHAUSTED. the constant hustle from one company to another, all with promises of grandeur that never deliver, however, it only looks bad on YOUR resume. i'm about to jump ship from my current employer and build my clientele, but admittedly the jump is scary, and i love listening to these stories from other fellow accountants that validate my experience (IT'S NOT JUST ME!!!). bravo to you girl! love this journey for you! and hopefully mine will culminate too! :)

[sandramish]

Congratulations girl you made the best decision for your self and family. Everyone needs to find what gives true financial freedom and happiness, if your 9-5 gives you that then keep it!
I Just found your channel. You rock 👍

[vivianablast]

I’m so unhappy right now. Thank you for sharing your experience. I hope to find something different…

[kellison]

I was in the same boat 11 years ago. I had a corporate job and my side business and I asked myself one day. "Self" "How do you expect to get 100% from your business and you're working it part-time ." And then I had the ah ha moment. That day I did the budget report gave it to my supervisor along with my 2 week notice. I am cheering you on with pompoms. Congrats

[DrCozetteMWhite]

Courtney...I am so proud of you! I smiled throughout the entire video - You made the best decision you could have made for you and your family!!! And your response to management was on point - *"I do have goals and they are SMART goals but they have nothing to do with this company. I had to make a decision and I CHOOSE ME!*

Always here to support you!

[natashaj]

Thank you so much. I find most videos about "leaving the 9-5" a bit negative and they have a bit of hate towards work... where as I also feel like yourself I don't hate work it's just time to leave....but not in a angry and desperate way, thank you for you for your story!!!!

[PHlophe]

Senior accountant here, after 7 years it is time for me to move into entrepreneurship as well. The only person that knows is my other half. she supports me. Both my parents are accountants . This is going to break my parents hearts because our jobs are respectable and its the ultimate symbol of corporate tidiness.

You look like the long lost sister of youtube Gugulethu Nyatsumba. Similar style, even. Look her up . I am pretty sure you'll feel related.

[xboxgang]

SO RELATABLE!!!! I’m not as Senior in my career as you (currently: Intermediate Accountant at a public company) however I went through exactly what you described here in the past year and a half. Long story short i also started to see signs from the universe (11’s on the clock for a month and. A half straight) so, I followed my gut, quit my boring job, stayed unemployed for a month and found an amazing opportunity with a great company which will allow me to pursue my 2nd passion parallel to accounting: which is IT!!! 🙏🏽❤️ love your content. You deserve more subscribers! - from Vancouver, Canada

[TravelingHearts]

Thank you! I randomly came across this video, and this was the sign I have been praying for.

[elisapierre-procope]

Omg I'm so proud of you!!

I've been a follower since you were taking the CPA exams. You have been such an inspiration to me. Keep it pushing🙌🏾

[mra.]

The pandemic drove me to start my own CPA business as well. Your story is similar and inspirational. From the money you want to save and healthcare(still no idea of how to cover that), not feeling like your growing/challenging yourself. The more you stay into a role, the harder it becomes to take that leap and leave. Since im not married or have kids I think now is the best time. The worst-case scenario is if you don't like running a business and it doesn't work you can always go back from the networks you built and your experience. I plan on going completely in my business next year. Your video gives me the added inspiration. Thank you.

[samgk]

I have been following your story since you posted your first video. Just want to say I appreciate the time you took to let us know about your journey.
I currently just finished my internship and already know that I don't want to keep working for a firm for the rest of my career....I'm picking up the skills I need and starting my own business showin u support from 🇨🇦

[Teestarot]

I had my boss tell me that’s just the way it is around here you get used to it. Then my boss said on text you’re fighting fights you’re not gonna win you might as well give up. All I was doing was advocating for the team I manage.

[moneyhoney]

Thank you, this is my life story lol. My resignation letter is being drafted..lol I wish you all the best in Tax Season 2022.

[Kat-wswn]

I know this comment is late, , but if i could id give you multiple thumbs up. I absolutely agree with you regarding the signs/symptoms experienced that led you to quite. I agree that having a job is a blessing as you say but you know it's time to quite your job when you dread going to work, when you get anxiety on Sunday right before going in to work, when you can't see yourself with the company long term, when you don't have time to do what you want to do, when you have lost your sense of self to your job. Thanks for sharing 💗.

[patricewilcox]

So happy for you! You Genuinely seem excited for the future. Wishing you all the best.