Those of you who have quit with nothing lined up, how much of a safety net (savings, partner with full-time job, etc.) did you have to feel like it was doable? And how long did it take you to find a new role once you were ready?

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My husband had a years salary and we made sure we could pay our mortgage on one salary since two people in the same house both in advertising in their 40s means eventually one or both of us is getting laid off.

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Sad, yet entirely accurate commentary on this shitty industry.

I quit with a project or two lined up and ~6 months safety (this was back in 2013). That’s me, though. The market is in freelancers favor (presently) so that’s helpful and your tolerance for risk and confidence in your abilities count for something.

~6 months is a decent bar.

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I had 6 mos saved up and a new offer 3 weeks after I left. Plus a few good freelance opps.

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Following for confirmation that this is not necessarily a bad decision 😬. I have 2 weeks left of work and definitely will not have a job lined up yet. Have approx 6 months savings.

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I jumped ship in the midst of a massive layoff round so I could get severance pay and extended benefits. I saw the writing on the wall and used it to my advantage.

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moved in with my parents 🙈

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