It seems that the most important factor taken into consideration, before one embarks in far-fetched adventures and the achievement of life-long dreams such as moving to Spain, is quitting your job.
Nobody lacks a long-list of reasons for which they would like to quit their job. What they lack is the balls to do it.
My question to you dear reader is: How much more can you take? When will you have had “enough”?
Personally, I have to admit I quit many jobs. I’m mostly proud of it, and I have learned to carefully look into new job opportunities – so I won’t feel compelled to quit again. And, for your information,what makes me “tick” and tell my boss to “stuff it”, is definitely being treated like shit- which is sadly something that many people nowadays are used to.
For some inspiration, I have compiled two recent stories about people that had “enough” and quit their jobs – in style!
Case number one is the now famous Jet Blue flight attendant who told a nasty customer off via the inter-phone, and as soon as the plane landed, grabbed two beers and took off via the plane’s emergency slide. More here.
Case number two, if from an assistant with a pervy boss, who with the help of a dry erase board and a camera, composed a compelling slide-show of pictures -emailed to everybody in her office- exposing her boss’s laziness and overall douchebaggery. More here. (NOTE: I just confirmed that this one was a hoax, nevertheless, still amusing)
So what does this tell me? That I’ve made the right choice by switching to freelance translating and writing.
So what does this tell you? Enough is enough. Being a masochist will not take you far in life. Following your dreams will. And supporting mine will also help – me. Remember me if you ever need a Spanish to English, or English to Spanish translator, and check out my professional website. Or, sponsor my writing ventures.
