5 Reasons Most People Fail to Quit Their 9–5 (and Fly Free)

5 Reasons Most People Fail to Quit Their 9–5 (and Fly Free)
Even when they truly want to and work for it.
Niharikaa Kaur Sodhi
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4 min read·
Mar 24
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The author in Kyoto, JapanThis isn’t about everyone should quit their 9–5. This is for those who want to, try to side hustle, but still don’t make it.
This isn’t to influence you to quit because no one career path is for all. This is for those whose dream is to be self-employed, be free…
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Written by Niharikaa Kaur Sodhi
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22x Top Writer | Linkedin Top Voice 2022. Helping you live a healthy & happy life through my writing. Free Side Hustler’s Checklist: https://bit.ly/3rjgB4v
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