I went from earning $173,000 a year to making $6 one month. I don't regret quitting.
Heigi Jeong quit a $173,000 tech job with good work-life balance to write a book and create content. She's giving self-employment one year.
Heigi Jeong left her secure product design job to pursue content creation and writing, earning $173,000 annually before transitioning to self-employment. Initially, she enjoyed a healthy work-life balance and a substantial income, often working 40 hours per week. However, the workload became overwhelming as she balanced content creation and a book deal.
Jeong felt anxious about leaving her stable job, especially during economic uncertainty. To address her concerns, she decided to try self-employment for a year, dedicating herself to content creation and writing while keeping an open mind for a potential return to the corporate world. Despite the inconsistencies in income, Jeong has learned to adapt and set boundaries to manage her self-employment responsibilities.
Reflecting on her decision, Jeong acknowledges that even if she returns to the corporate world, the experience of stepping out of her comfort zone has been invaluable.
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