I Want to Quit My Job — Now What?
Clarity before speed. If you’re here, you want work to serve your life. Let’s make your next step obvious and doable. At WisGrowth, our goal is simple: help you stop guessing and start moving toward a career that serves your life. We’re your clarity companion—practical, honest, and on your side.
What to do next
- Write your next‑step sentence: ‘In 30 days, I will…’
- Block two 30‑minute sessions this week to move it forward.
- Ask one trusted person for quick feedback.
- Scan your resume honestly; fix top 3 issues.
- Take the clarity quiz to prioritise what matters.
💡 Try this next week: Rewrite one resume bullet with an action verb + measurable outcome.
Why we exist: careers shouldn’t be a guessing game. We give you clarity, honest feedback, and a path you can actually follow.
If you’re waking up with dread, stuck in meetings that don’t matter, or asking “Is this it?” you’re not alone. The question isn’t just quit or stay—it’s what are you moving toward? This guide gives you a clear, calm path forward.
You’re Not Lazy — You’re Out of Alignment
Burnout often heals with rest. Misalignment doesn’t. After a real break, if the core work still feels empty, you likely need redirection—not just recovery.
- Burnout: exhaustion that improves with rest
- Misalignment: chronic “why am I doing this?” despite rest
Deep dive: Recovering from Burnout · Midlife Career Crisis
Quit Decision Scorecard (Quick Check)
Score each 1–5. If your total ≤ 10, try redesigning before resigning. If ≥ 16, plan an exit.
- Meaning: does your work connect to values?
- Energy: do key tasks give or drain energy?
- Growth: are you learning what you want to master?
- Agency: can you influence priorities and trade-offs?
Want help mapping this? Try the WisGrowth discovery prompts.
Paths Forward: Redesign • Realign • Resign
- Redesign (stay, change the seat): Re-scope responsibilities toward your strengths; negotiate 1–2 high-leverage projects.
- Realign (new seat, same ladder): Internal move or adjacent role (e.g., ops → product ops, support → research).
- Resign (new ladder): Leave with a plan, proof-of-work, and strong references.
Related: Realigned at 30 · Best Careers to Watch in 2025
Smart Resignation: 30/60/90 Exit Plan
- Draft your story: “I’m moving toward X outcomes” (not “away from Y boss”).
- Create handover: owners, deadlines, risks, docs, and SOP links.
- Protect relationships: thank collaborators; share availability windows.
- Update resume + LinkedIn: outcome-led bullets; then run an ATS scan.
- Ship proof-of-work: a 1–2 page artifact showing how you drive results. (Not sure how? ATS + beyond)
WisGrowth Isn’t a Quiz. It’s a Mirror.
We map your energy patterns, not just your keywords, and recommend roles where you don’t have to fake motivation.
- Working style & ideal environments
- Hidden strengths that actually energize you
- Identity-aligned role suggestions + next skills
In your 30s, 40s, or 50s, you’re not late—you’re clearer. Choose growth over guilt.
Real Users. Real Reset.
Aarav left 14 years in finance by shipping a customer insights teardown. Mansi reframed burnout into a design-teaching path after spotting her “explain & coach” pattern. Small artifacts, big doors.
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