How bad does it look to quit my job without anything else lined up? I’m 28 with 175k saved up and have 5 years of work experience at a top rating agency (at S&P). I’m honestly a bit lost and just want to travel for 3-6 months and then pivot to something else. I’m just burned out and I think that quitting and taking a beat would really help. I can’t take a sabbatical and still be employed because I already took time off for health reasons.

likesmart
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Do what makes you happy. Cross that bridge when it comes. No one is going to blame you. We’re in a particular time where everyone will understand.

likesmart

Good for you, 175k saved. Takes discipline.

Honestly not in the same part of the finance world but you should be fine if you can build the narrative correctly when you get back and interview.

like

Please, please do it. Live your life. I promise you it is absolutely worth it. And if I can do it more than once & come to that conclusion WITHOUT 175k banked (wtf? 😂) you can definitely come to the same conclusion! ☺️🥳

like

I say do it. Totally reasonable in today’s day and age. I think most companies are understanding of things like this and if they aren’t, it’s probably not a company that aligns with your needs

like

As long as you can weave a nice story when you get back into the field in interviews then you’re fine. Hit the beach for a few months

like

Take time off allow yourself to relax. Don’t fall into complacency though it’s really easy especially after a constant state of exhaustion. Try to keep healthy habits that keep you productive while feeling better about yourself like working out or hobbies

like

Have you considered an MBA? Would be two years off of work and just networking and traveling. And would be useful to pivot

In my experience, I don’t think an MBA did anything for me. I wish on hindsight that I went for a certification like the CAIA or CFA

I would support this. You can always go back.

It’s 175K. You’re more than fine. I did it with 30K saved.

Worth it. You’ve got some cash saved up. Do it now while you can.

You will always regret not going but if it is not what you thought you can always change it up once on the trip. Go for it ~ will be amazing memories and may impact the trajectory of your career too.

I agree with others here, take the time off. I have a 3 month gap in my resume between my previous job and current job. They didn't ask about it in my interview. I was asked about it during the background check, but I said I travelled and no one probed further.

If you are worried about having a gap, do a bit of volunteering while you travel.

Think it also depends on which industry you’d like to go next

I did. I quit when I hit 100k because I hated my job lol. I travelled a bit & went to grad school (full scholarship). I’m now in a new field making almost triple what I made when I quit in 2019.

Yeah go travel

We all got burned out sometimes, take a leave for health reason or family reason sounds totally reasonable to me

Do it

Related Posts

Sales and Trading vs PE? What is comp, WLB and career trajectory like. Doing my MBA now and likely going into consulting, but not sure. Might plan to exit to PE but if S&T offers decent hours and similar pay, may just skip the whole consulting to PE business.

like

Hey All Is it anyone from Enterprise and SMB banglore team? Could you please help about WLB hows team?Jio Platforms Limited

I have been in my current job for 1 year now as a booking coordinator for a logistics company. When I started I had no idea of what my workload would be, now I noticed that my coworkers took the opportunity to pass most of their job to me. I’m burned out, can barely take break and end my days totally drained and exhausted, also the same people is harassing me with questions like: “why are you working that slow?” Or the “quality of your job is questionable because…..” continue in comments

What are the interview questions asked in GE Healthcare for a senior business analyst position in data analytics space?hows the job security and wlb there? Comment or dm me

like

Is it possible to transfer from audit 8 months in to FDD considering this market? I feel undervalued and want to contribute more…

like

Anyone know of positions at their companies with limited travel requirements aligned to HC, training, or OCM?

like

I'm reading this book on boundaries. In the work section it says I should tell my boss that I can't work after 5 PM. Knowing that advertising work commonly goes past 5 PM...would my job be in danger if I said that?
There's not really a rule book that says I must work until the work is done even though it's an unsaid expectation. Thoughts?

like

Hi folks,

I have been offered a position on Senior Consultant/ Deputy Manager at Deloitte India for 4.5 years of exp.

Is this position/role normal for years of experience I hold?

like

Which is better to join Capgemini or IBM with same fixed components considering work life balance.

like

Please help which company is good for career growth among below company:
YEO:4.5 yrs
Wipro, Capgemini,PWC In,Cognizant.

like

I am a BSc IT Graduate who's been working in BPO for almost 5 years.
I was planning to make my switch to Data Analytics, is that a good choice?

Can this previous experience of mine come in handy, if i have to switch to BA or DA?
My Current CTC : 5 LPA

Would i be starting as a fresher or can i be able to milk this experience of mine to switch to this new role?

On an average I see people being promoted to data scientist from senior data analyst in 1 year
Is this the correct trend? Tiger Analytics

Can anyone describe Amazon’s culture for an associate corporate counsel,based on team? I’ve read a number of comments on this app and across the internet about the company in general but the individuals never specify what team they’re referring to. I’ve heard from two corp counsel that AWS doesn’t have the best WLB but Prime Video does. I’d be interested to hear what this bowl has to add. The more data points I can gather before interviewing, the better.

like

Are there any certifications or comprehensive courses for attorneys looking to break into blockchain?

like

I am currently in school for Bachelors Healthcare management/Admin. I’ve been seeing a lot of people talk about how they got the same degree but haven’t been able to find a job or anything. I chose this degree because honestly I want to get paid in the future. I’m almost done so it’s entirely too late to switch. What jobs can I look into with this degree that would compensate me well once i graduate. I’ve been looking into healthcare consulting but if there’s any other suggestions i’m open!! thx

like

I'm at a career juncture and have decided on a career in anti-money laundering as my new path. I'm also highly interested in additional education to further my career and am eyeing graduate school. Which is best? A law degree or a master's in international relations? Those are where my interests lie. I keep reading that JDs are valued in compliance but am wondering if a different graduate program is better for my goals. I already plan to obtain the CAMS certification. Thank you!

like

Best institutions to learn AWS Devops

like

I’ve been on the bench with J1 for about 3 months. I was worried that because I couldn’t find another project, I would get laid off so I found J2, which pays more, is very meeting heavy, but I really like. I’ve kept J1 because I’m still on the bench doing absolutely nothing and getting paid. Thinking about looking for a role on a project with J1 that’s not along my career path but will allow for me to do work with no calls so that I can manage both jobs. Does anyone have experience or advice?

like

What’s WLB like in business roles at Google?

like

Hello everyone!

Currently looking to jump from Health Care to Pharma/Biotech. Does anyone work at Gilead and can serve as a reference? The current department I’m in, I do not fit the culture as it is a very archaic way of “managing” people. I have about a decade of a variety of work experience, majority in customer service/coordination/administration.

Would love any assistance if possible!

like

More Posts

Do you think this is true?

‘Indian intelligence service’ bought Pegasus from Israel, coordinated with Mossad: NYT reporter

I'm reading this book on boundaries. In the work section it says I should tell my boss that I can't work after 5 PM. Knowing that advertising work commonly goes past 5 PM...would my job be in danger if I said that?
There's not really a rule book that says I must work until the work is done even though it's an unsaid expectation. Thoughts?

like
like

I joined Tiger Analytics with CTC of 9lpa. When I check in greythr IT statement, it shows 7.14lpa.

In the CTC payslip, it shows 75k per month as my salary. But this month I got 61k.

I understand they deduct tax, but I feel it is too much. IDK where I'm losing the money. Can someone tell if this is normal. I'm a fresher so, IDK much about it.

Also, what can I do to pay less taxes? Any help on that?

like

Hi folks,

I have been offered a position on Senior Consultant/ Deputy Manager at Deloitte India for 4.5 years of exp.

Is this position/role normal for years of experience I hold?

like

Hi does Jio provide any way to switch projects internally, if yes what is the process, it’s only been 6 months and i am having issues switching companies, can anyone help in this.

Would any MBB/Strategy& folks be able to provide a referral for a fellow tribe member? :)

like

Very Bad Hrs, i was said I have cleared my two interviews and then after someday I got an email that Sorry we can't carry your profile ahead mail by Taniya Banerjee Capgemini HR.

likeupliftingfunny

Advertising Week Question!
Any events this year? Last year we got to watch Alessia Cara w/o needing to have ticket for Ad Week. Is it worth going to? It’s kinda pricy, but I’m looking to network more

Which is better to join Capgemini or IBM with same fixed components considering work life balance.

like

What’s everyone’ salary expectations for a claims adjuster (any line of business) at these various stages: 1-5, 6-10, 10+ YOE. Which line pays the most?

like

This bowl is literally a watering hole for thirst traps and I am here for it. 🙂

likeuplifting

Please help which company is good for career growth among below company:
YEO:4.5 yrs
Wipro, Capgemini,PWC In,Cognizant.

like

What are AFS’s education benefits - do they provide free udemy / learning tree accounts for self study?

like

I am currently looking for job change. I have total 8+ years working experience developing web applications using Angular, JavaScript etc. Any help or suggestions are appreciated.

like

I am a BSc IT Graduate who's been working in BPO for almost 5 years.
I was planning to make my switch to Data Analytics, is that a good choice?

Can this previous experience of mine come in handy, if i have to switch to BA or DA?
My Current CTC : 5 LPA

Would i be starting as a fresher or can i be able to milk this experience of mine to switch to this new role?

How does Nokia treats third party employees?

like

Hello my lovely IBM colleagues 👋🏻👋🏻

What is the process of getting the shift allowance??

Do we just need to clock in our hours in Workday and Time@IBM?

Or is there any other step to be completed?

like

Raytheon I’m applying to work at this company, and was recommended a job at the P3 level. What is this salary range?

like

Additional Posts in Finance Exit Opportunities

What are the best and highest paying exit opportunities for someone who worked in deals advisory at PwC for 3 years and is also a chartered accountant (this is the person’s first job, so no prior experience before this)

Has anyone ever left finance (or know someone that has) to do something completely different? My experience is split between FP&A and accounting and while I have progressed, I am becoming depressed b/c I feel like I’m in the wrong field. I am generally a motivated, high performing person, but I al starting to slip up and care less, b/c my work is not satisfying to me. I know I just sound like a complainer, but does anyone have any advice?

like

Currently at BNY Mellon with 10 YOE, specifically in Corporate Trust working CLO/CDO’s (first job out of college). I’ve moved around within the bank a few times but I’m just not happy here nor am I where I want to be in terms of comp . I want to pivot into something else but I have no clue what skills I could transfer elsewhere as what we do is so niche. They sucked me in when they said it would be a FA role but we don’t do any modeling, forecasting, etc.. Any advice/suggest/rec’s much apprecia

like

Considering going into Finance Technology roles within big4. I have have >3 years background from deloitte doing Tax Technology. Can anyone speak to these finance technology role &/or give referral?
PS left deloitte about a year ago and have done finance related work for <1 year

like

I came from a consulting background in tax credits and incentives. I went into finance to pass the time on my non compete clause from my previous firm, but now I have an interview at EY and I’m not sure if I want to give up the work life balance. Any advice?

GP Stakes and PE secondaries: how good is the medium/long term outlook for the market and would a niche specialty in these areas be very limiting for my career?

like

Any particular segment of sales good for ex-finance? Currently 3 years in at fortune 100 bank on business development side (on commercial loan originations team but no commission/targets at the associate level, basically do credit analysis and build pitch books for the producers) This role has been great as I have gotten both analytical experience and tasted sales experience (I say taste bc I’m not the producer) but would potentially like to transition to a sales role that is less analytical

like

For pre-MBA associates (A-A promotes) in restructuring, are exit opps any different than those for post-MBA associates (which are apparently very limited versus analyst opportunities)? For anyone currently at these shops, any advice on how to move to a distressed fund after a year or two?

like

Any recommendations for a second year post MBA investment banking associate looking to leave banking? Have done healthcare coverage and like healthcare but banking work life is just not sustainable. Appreciate any input.

Edward Jones advisor with 30 million AUM and roughly 250k gross production. Been there for almost 4 years. Got an offer at Merrill Lynch to take over a 100 million dollar retirement transition plan in 5 years, or to join a 5 person Merrill Lynch team that manages a lot.

Pros to EJ: Have my own office, a year or two away from partnership, great office setting and client satisfaction.

Pros to Merrill: Bump in compensation, additional tools and services w banking, ability to take over assets.

like

Anyone here know/work at Facebook? Recently applied to a program there and would love to connect and chat further

like

Anyone in here in Baton Rouge Louisiana? 

like

What is a realistic salary to negotiate for when applying for a VP position in Risk? Currently have 5 years of experience

like

What do you guys think about a career in investor relations / capital formation for a decent size PE. I think principals get carry.

like

Just received an offer from citi for a credit risk associate role. There’s no mention of a set bonus range but a mention of “discretionary incentive and retention award”. Is it something standard? Never worked at a BB so don’t know the norm. Thoughts/guidance? Thanks in advance

like

What is the FIT team at Kroll? Can someone shed some light

If anyone needs a cfa tutor I tutor on Wyzant. Dm me.

like

I want to take this moment to wish everyone a happy new year. Still on holiday vacation.

like

When you’re looking to make an internal transfer, what forms of of networking work best?

like

Hey guys. I used to do IB but I just left. I just recently started this new role at a tech company a few weeks ago and I got a message on LinkedIn about another opportunity that I think is a million times better. I spoke to the recruiter a few days ago and she knows I left IB but I didn’t tell her I started a new role. She asked if I have offers on the table and I said I have one offer but never mentioned my new role. What should I do?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal