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Michael Seibel

04/21/22

@ Y Combinator

If you wake up every day dreaming of quitting your job, you probably should quit.

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Why You Should Leave Your FAANG Job

@ Y Combinator

04/21/22

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/21/22

@ Y Combinator

If you find yourself dreaming of quitting your job at a FAANG company, it's a strong indicator that you might need to consider leaving.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

@ Y Combinator

If you wake up every morning not knowing what you're chasing, it's probably time to pivot.

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

Many people fear giving up what they have now for an uncertain future, but succeeding at a job you hate is not fulfilling; imagine how well you could do at something you love.

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David Goggins

01/01/24

@ Andrew Huberman

When you wake up every day and go through the motions without striving for more, you'll end up feeling empty later in life, regretting not having done more.

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Oliver Anthony

05/19/25

@ Lex Fridman

The phenomenon of 'quiet quitting' reflects a deep sadness in people who go to work but disengage, highlighting a disconnect between their true selves and their jobs.

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Harj Taggar

11/02/22

@ Y Combinator

If you find yourself energized by side projects while feeling drained by your day job, it may be time to consider starting your own venture.

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Steve Jobs

03/08/08

@ Stanford

I look in the mirror every morning and ask myself if I would want to do what I'm about to do today; if the answer is 'No' for too many days, I know I need to change something.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

11/02/23

@ Y Combinator

To assess if you're in a bad situation, consider the opportunity cost of staying versus exploring other job options.

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Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

If you don't lie awake at night thinking about your goals, you probably don't want them badly enough.