Envious too much?

Taken from The Art of Great Things:

Leaving My Job, Looking Forward
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 08:32 PM PDT


Today I gave three-weeks notice at my job. Three weeks, not two, because while I’m excited to open a new chapter in my life, I’m also emotionally invested in the company I’m leaving, and I want to make sure the transition is smooth for them.

In other words, I like my job, I like the people I work for (and with), but I need to follow a different path.

This was a difficult decision for me to make – and an even more difficult decision to put into action. I’m not sure how I feel now that it’s “official.” I’m conflicted; there was no immediate rush of relief afterward.

On one hand, I’m thoroughly excited to take on a new lifestyle and commit fully to my personal goals. On the other, I’m sad to leave a fun, successful company that I’ve helped shape and grow. I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had over the last 2+ years, but it’s time for me to move on.

Why am I leaving a job that I like?

The short answer is that it feels like the right step for me to take right now.
The slightly longer answer is that, while I firmly believe that it’s possible to do remarkable things in and around a 9-5 job (people do it all the time), the path most consistent with my values requires a less conventional lifestyle. I need the time and space to pursue my writing, blogging, traveling, and world-changing. Most of all, I have to practice what I preach and do what makes me happy.

June 30th will be my last day on the job. Between now and then, I have a lot of less-inspiring things to take care of: signing paperwork, visiting the doctor (while I still have benefits), looking into health insurance, etc.
But come July, I’ll have a mostly blank slate, few boundaries, and a lot of ideas to put into practice. I’m excited to devote more time and effort to writing here at The Art of Great Things, as well as to a few cool projects that have been stewing in my head for the last few months.

Out of these raw materials, I’ll need to find a way to create a livelihood doing work that matters to me. I don’t know exactly how things will turn out, but I relish the challenge and hope you’ll come along for the ride. Thanks so much for your support.

More details on the job-to-none transition in the coming weeks. Right now I need to spend some time sorting out my thoughts and getting my work affairs in order.

How are things going for you?


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Me? Feeling is one thing, but saying is another.