Why did you leave your last job? Did you follow your passion, hated the work, got fired, wanted more money, etc?

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All four....although technically I quit before I could be managed out.

Funny thing is I did find a role where I am passionate, like the work, and get paid more.

I was bored - went looking for more of a challenge and just happened to get more money and a job I’m passionate about in the process.

Me again. I was laid off and then went freelance and had way more fun! I went from making about 75k to 130k freelancing!

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