Join Bernadette Joy and Stefanie Gonzales in today’s episode of the Crush Your Money Goals podcast as they discuss quitting corporate life for financial freedom and personal fulfillment. Dive into Stefanie’s 15-year tech journey and its transformation, learn to navigate the challenges of leaving your job with grace and gain expert insights on wealth preservation and financial planning. Hear personal stories and diverse perspectives that highlight the unique paths to success and the importance of aligning work with core values. Be inspired to confidently embrace change and pursue a life of wealth and meaning beyond the 9 to 5 grind.

In this episode, you will learn the following :

How quitting a corporate job, especially after a long tenure in the tech industry can lead to an identity crisis but also pave the way for a purpose-driven, debt-free life with a millionaire mindset.

The differences in work perceptions between the US and Europe.

Importance of therapy and fiscal foresight when making life-altering career changes.

How to quit gracefully, handle counteroffers, and pursue work that aligns with personal values.

Personal finance is unique to each individual and it’s acceptable to have differing financial philosophies.

Emotional complexity of quitting, acknowledging the mourning process and adrenaline fatigue that can accompany major life changes.

Practical tips and stories on how to activate hard-earned income, protect wealth, and take intentional steps towards financial independence and empowerment.

Episode Timeline:

[00:04:08 ] - Identity and Career at Dell Technologies

[00:08:27 ] - Deciding to Leave for New Opportunity

[00:11:30 ] - Challenges of Tech Startup Culture

[00:16:01 ] - Navigating Corporate Expectations and Self Worth

[00:19:31 ] - Courage to Quit and Stay

[00:28:15 ] - Navigating New Podcast Interview Format

Learn more about Stefanie Gonzales and the Women's Wealth Effect:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stefanie-gonzales-83a87aa

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenswealtheffect/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Womenswealtheffect

Early Retirement Planner: https://www.womenswealtheffect.com/planner

Book Your Free 1:1 with Stefanie: https://www.womenswealtheffect.com/free

Learn more about Bernadette Joy and the Crush Your Money Goals:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bernadebtjoy

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bernadebtjoy”

Pre-order her book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crush-Your-Money-Goals/Bernadette-Joy/978…

Website: https://www.crushyourmoneygoals.com/

Free Guide For Top 10 Money Tools: https://www.crushyourmoneygoals.com/freeguide