From Higher Education to Own Business “I realised that the already-pressured environment would become even worse.”
From Corporate Life to Social Impact “I became ashamed of my job, always trying to shorten or completely avoid the topic in conversation.”
From Corporate Life to Consultancy “I loved the work, but not the four hours a day of commuting that came with it.”
From Libraries to Research “It was difficult not to feel attached to the identity that I'd carried for 15 years.”
From Employee to Entrepreneur “I was spending a lot of time in pointless meetings and tied up in bureaucracy.”
From Office Life to Own Business “I had a burning desire that got stronger. I wanted to try to make a go of things myself.”
From Tax to HR “Every time I spoke to friends about my role, I had no enthusiasm; I felt that I was always complaining about it.”
From Customer Care to Photography “Things changed. And I didn't see a future for myself in the new work situation.”
