“Let Go of the Unnecessary and Build a Life of Intention”
- The Quitter’s Manifesto
We all need to quit something. It could be your job, bad habits, or relationships. Our past doesn’t define our future. So if you feel unhappy with your life, maybe it’s time to quit something.
In this episode of The Mentee, I’ll talk about how to strategically quit and live a better life with Tim Rhode and Pat Hiban– the creators of the incredible program, GoBundance.
We will discuss specific tools and questions to determine what you need to quit and how you could quit. Your life is in your hands. Quitting may be the start of a wonderful opportunity waiting for you.
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Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:
- Know you may need to quit and change.
- Prepare safety nets.
- Reflect on failure questions.
- Build your quitting team.
Episode Highlights:
[10:13] Acknowledge the Truth
Acknowledge the truth that your life changes. Ask yourself:
- Where are you on your journey?
- Are you making money?
- Does your work still serve you?
- Do you look forward to it?
- Where do you want to go next?
[13:31] Strategic Quitting
Quitting is scary. But there are ways to mitigate risks. Make sure safety nets are in place before you quit. Get your financing and credit in order.
[19:15] Ask Failure Questions
What would it look like if you failed? Reflect on whether you are already failing. Failing isn’t just about work; you should also look into other aspects of your life.
[23:07] The Soul Suck Meter
Scoring above a 6 in Pat and Tim’s Soul Suck Meter indicates the work is still a good fit for you. Here are a few indicators:
- Compensation
- Respect
- Fit for team and organization
[24:57] Build Your Quitting Team
Your quitting team acts as your support as you change direction. Quitting and finding a new direction is about identity. Be clear on where you want to be so you can keep going towards it. Join a community of quitters and find a coach to gain clarity and support.
[39:00] What’s Next for You?
Think about your interest over obligation. Where are you spending most of your time?
Notable quotes from the Episode:
[13:31] “Quitting is scary for your brain. It’s like standing at the edge of a steep cliff. That fear is the real thing keeping you stuck.”
[29:11] “Identity is simply the story that you tell yourself…That’s the story that you’re telling yourself about your identity. The more you visit that statement, the more it becomes real, and then you’re able to take action towards that future.”
[41:29] “What is my interest over obligation? Think about that. How much time do I spend every day on obligation versus interest?”
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