A woman about to be fired from her job at a London listings magazine is invited to a decadent 90s bar launch by a colleague, which leads to her discovering a vibrant social scene and ultimately finding her true career as a journalist, thanks to the memorable night and the people she met.
A 31-year-old former tech executive takes a part-time ice cream scooping job to make ends meet amid a tough job market, finding community and grounding in the experience despite missing full-time benefits and stability.
Former chefs share their reasons for leaving the culinary industry, citing low pay, lack of benefits, physical and mental health issues, burnout, and the desire for a better work-life balance, with many expressing frustration over industry practices and toxic work environments.
Alfie Whiteman, a Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper with a unique personality and limited playing time, has retired from football at 26 to pursue a career in photography and filmmaking, driven by a desire for fulfillment beyond the insular world of professional football.
Joe Friend, a Microsoft veteran with over two decades at the company, was laid off in May, disrupting his retirement plans and leading him to decide against returning to Big Tech, citing a loss of trust and a desire for meaningful work outside of large tech firms.
Ashley Parker Angel, former member of O-Town, left his music and entertainment career after 20 years to become a fitness trainer, citing mental health struggles and a desire to make a bigger impact in people's lives. He now focuses on coaching and personal development, sharing his journey of overcoming depression and addiction, and encouraging others to pursue their true passions.
Jordan Wilmore, a 7-foot-3 former professional basketball player, chose to leave his basketball career behind to pursue his passion for policing, driven by a desire to help others and make a difference in his community.
Molly Qerim announced she is leaving ESPN at the end of the year after hosting 'First Take' since 2015, despite being offered a new contract, and hinted at upcoming news about her next move.
Donna Farizan, a contributor to the 'Today' show for 12 years, announced her departure to pursue new opportunities inspired by her personal growth journey and her 'Own Your Power' series, marking a new chapter in her career.
Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture, emphasizes that Fortune 500 companies can survive and thrive in the AI era by embracing full reinvention, fostering humility and continuous learning, and making bold strategic shifts, including organizational restructuring and technological adoption. She highlights the importance of agility, transparency, and a proactive approach to AI and future technological developments like AGI, asserting that reinvention is essential for long-term success and relevance.
Jim Tang, a software engineer at Google earning over $300K, quit his job at 27 due to disillusionment with corporate life and a desire for fulfillment, choosing to become a digital nomad and entrepreneur instead, and now values personal happiness over traditional success metrics.
Matt Lauer, the former 'Today' show anchor, made a rare public appearance showing a dramatic new look with a bald head and casual attire, sparking social media reactions about his transformation from his polished TV persona. His change reflects his step away from the spotlight following his 2017 firing over workplace misconduct allegations, and he now lives a quieter life with his family, with uncertain prospects of returning to television.
A military veteran left the Army after 10 years to pursue a more stable civilian career, accepting a pay cut but gaining more family time and stability, which has improved their overall happiness and quality of life.
Craig Robinson, known for The Office, announced on Instagram that he is quitting comedy to pursue a new venture, likely starting a small business, and is seeking advice and support from friends and fellow celebrities.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Hacker News
The author shares their journey of leaving a stressful tech job after experiencing severe physical and mental health issues, which they later attribute to workplace stress and psychosomatic factors. They emphasize the importance of addressing stress, maintaining communication, and seeking proper medical advice for chronic pain and health problems, advocating for a nuanced understanding of psychological and physical health connections.