​I’m a 25 yo Senior Associate at a Big international firm (moroccan working in morocco). I just officially handed in my resignation, right as the busy season is kicking off.

I recently went through a major family loss that completely shifted my perspective on life and corporate climbing. I’ve realized that I no longer want to trade 70+ hours a week for a paycheck, especially when my family needs me.

I’ve reached a point where I feel zero joy in this job… I am constantly stressed 24/7. I’m currently juggling 3 different clients and 3 different managers at the same time… with constant “urgent” tasks being piled on while I’m already in the middle of something else. The unlimited deadlines and the toxic multitasking are draining my soul… I’m essentially just a stress management machine at this point…

I have a 2 month notice period (préavis)… so I will be staying until mid March to hand over my files and ensure a professional exit.

I’ve saved up roughly 24 months worth of my current net salary. I have zero debt and no dependents. I’m launching a B2B trading business in an industrial niche where I have family connections and a little market knowledge for now.

My colleagues are shocked… They keep telling me: “Don’t go into the unknown” “You’re leaving a stable, high paying career for a dream,” and “You’re making an emotional decision because of your grief”….

They are making me feel like I’m committing career suicide by leaving the “safety” of a Big brand name.

​

I feel like I’m choosing life over a spreadsheet, but the office pressure is intense.

​I’m open to any thoughts, advice, or reality checks you might have on my situation. Am I crazy for walking away now? Has anyone else made a similar jump?

​Thanks for reading.