Ask HN: What steps and preparations should I make before quitting my job?

Post by miserabletemp » Wed, Feb 16, 2011, 2:46 PM UTC

chrisclark1729 wrote: post #4

Wow. I've been there. 3 times actually. Unfortunately, your question is deceptively complex. There are several smaller questions/concerns contained within your dilemma. Financial: Can you afford to quit? You say you are married. If you don’t have kids, you’ll need 6 months living expenses. Better yet would be to have a years’ worth. I have heard conflicting reports on how easy it is to get unemployment if you quit. F…