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Why Now’s a Great Time to Stop Being an Employee (If You Can*)

Leaving your full-time job in the midst of a recession is either a really stupid or really smart decision. Since I just made the move myself, I'm going to make the case for smart.

If you can swing it, a recession is an ideal time to stop being an employee and start doing your own thing. Your plans to go freelance, start your own business, or take a sabbatical shouldn't be on hold right now because of the economy. While the fear mongers might be saying you should be grateful just to have a job at all, I challenge you to expand your vision.

Now's a fine time to take a risk because there's just not much to lose.

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