July 21, 2026
Episode 241 Three Things You Need in Place Before You Tell Your Boss You're Leaving
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Episode 241 Three Things You Need in Place Before You Tell Your Boss You're Leaving
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In this episode I'm talking about something so many of us dream about but few feel ready to actually do: leaving. Leaving the job, the role, the career that just doesn't fit who you're becoming. If you've caught yourself saying "I know I want something different" — that was me last summer — this one is for you.
Here's my word of caution: don't quit impulsively, quit intentionally. There's a big difference between escaping something and moving toward something, and you don't have to burn down your life to build a better one. So before you tell your boss you're leaving, I walk you through three things I really want you to have in place first — financial clarity, proof before the leap, and a circle of support.
The life you want is built long before you submit your resignation letter. It's built in the quiet moments, the early mornings, the small steps, and the courage to believe that something more is possible for you. Choose one area, take one step this week, and keep going.
Key takeaways
- Quit intentionally, not impulsively — there's a big difference between escaping something and moving toward something, and you don't have to burn a bridge to build a better life.
- Create financial clarity first. Know your numbers: how much you need each month to cover essentials, how much debt you carry, what you can temporarily reduce, and how much cushion you have. When you know your numbers, they stop being scary.
- Many experts suggest three to six months of essential expenses saved before a big career move — but the real goal is to replace panic with a plan.
- Build proof before you take the leap. There's a third option beyond 'stay stuck' or 'quit and figure it out later' — test your next chapter while you're still in your current one.
- You don't need a perfect plan, you need evidence: get one client, book a small event, help someone solve a problem, or start networking in the industry you're curious about.
- Build a circle of support. Not everyone will understand your decision — some benefit from the current version of you — so be intentional about who gets a voice in your future. Find a mentor, a coach, an accountability partner, or a community.
- Ask yourself three questions before you resign: Do I understand my financial reality? Have I tested what's next? Do I have people who will support me? If the answer is no, that's simply your work to begin — action creates clarity.
Chapters
- 00:00Sponsor: Five Star Painting of Tulsa
- 01:30Welcome and today's topic: preparing to leave
- 02:30Don't quit impulsively — quit intentionally
- 03:30Number one: create financial clarity
- 06:00Number two: build proof before you take the leap
- 09:00Number three: build a circle of support
- 12:00Three questions to ask before you resign
- 13:30Your challenge, the school community, and closing
“Don't quit impulsively. Quit intentionally, because there's a big difference between escaping something and moving toward something.”
“You don't need to build an entire bridge before you cross it. You simply need to start laying the planks.”
“You are not selfish for wanting alignment, and you're not ungrateful because you have grown out of something.”
“The life that you want is built long before you submit your resignation letter.”
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