I know it’s not smart to do this, but every day I am so tempted to just quit even though I don’t have another job lined up yet. Has anyone done this? How to explain to future employers?

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People quit all the time without another job lined up. I can appreciate that whatever it is you do may not be what you want to do. I can also appreciate that EY may not be the place for you. That second part at times disappoints me but that is a different thread.

However when someone quits without a job lined up I actually think good riddance; we are such a big place and we do so many different things that you likely could have found another career in the firm (assuming you wanted to stay at the firm) or could have coasted for a good 6 months before it likely would have caught up with you and have used that time to find a job.

I don’t think it is an issue on your resume so long as you can explain it and it is only a couple of months.

I know the above isn’t PC to say and I know some of this is generational but IMO being without income can be a scary thing and is generally something to be avoided

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OP - we spend a lot of time at work. It is super important that you enjoy what you do and a (generally) happy to show up to work. So if you are finding your days unbearable then you really need to change what you are doing. Life is too short. Message me. Let me see if I can be of any help to you.

It is a mistake to leave without a job - don’t do it

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Take 2 week vacation or ask for unpaid time off. Some employers won’t interview someone without a job

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You could even try for an unpaid leave of absence to clear your head and really get a break to figure out what you want to do next

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Do you have money saved up? That’s the real question. Also, what level are you?

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Senior 1. I have some saved up, although my family lives nearby so I could move back if I have really bad luck finding the next job.

I quit my last job without another one but I’m manager level. Probably equally fine for you. In fact, it more common at staff level since you are still young in your career. It’s easy to explain to HR that you did not want to waste time since it’s not the right fit.

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Thanks everyone! I appreciate the insight.

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I feel this on the regular. I am now a successful senior manager with every option open to me. From experience, I can tell you that my colleagues who went industry have similar work requirements and an incredibly low satisfaction level. Stick it out. Make manager. Evaluate your options. Giving up at the 10 yard line is real sad.

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I did it. A long time ago. I was very young and stupid. Even though it worked out eventually, in hindsight it was dumb. Turn your impatience into positive energy. Deal with the reasons why you want to quit and plan ahead.

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