Truth 3. Questions to ask before you quit your job

You’ve pretty much decided. You’ve picked a business idea that’s a good fit for you, and you’re ready to move forward. But you’re nervous about quitting your job. You’re just not sure when you should quit your job to start your business.

Good! Your sense of unease about quitting your job is a good thing. Making the leap from being an employee to being a business owner is a big step. You should be sure that you have identified a sound business idea and that you’re fully prepared before you leave your job. There is no set formula for knowing when the timing is right to leave. But here are some questions to ask yourself as your think through your decision.

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