I stayed way too long, thinking things would get better. But when I started feeling like a stranger in my own company, I knew it was time to walk. Leaving was hard — but I finally feel free.
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I stayed way too long, thinking things would get better. But when I started feeling like a stranger in my own company, I knew it was time to walk. Leaving was hard — but I finally feel free.
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I kept telling myself, “Things will get better next quarter.” But deep down, I knew the partnership wasn’t working. I stopped enjoying the business. I was constantly second-guessing myself, and worse — compromising my values just to keep the peace. The final straw was when I realized I was more anxious about meetings with my partner than I was excited about our goals. I sat down, went over our operating agreement, and spoke to a lawyer about exit options. I tried to keep the conversation professional and not burn bridges. Leaving wasn’t easy — financially or emotionally — but now I sleep better, I think clearer, and I’m finally proud of what I do again. Sometimes letting go is the most powerful step forward.