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Making the leap

Quit smart: runway, timing, and family buy-in.

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Can I build on the side while employed without getting into legal trouble? Usually yes, but read your employment contract first, the danger is not moonlighting itself, it's the IP-assignment, non-compete, and moonlighting-... Intermediate 1 resource → How do I balance a startup with family and caregiving responsibilities? Accept upfront that a startup will try to eat your whole life, then defend the non-negotiables ruthlessly, protected hours, one full day off, hones... Intermediate 2 resources → Is it smarter to negotiate a sabbatical or a notice extension instead of a clean quit? Ask for a sabbatical or a longer runway on your terms before you resign outright, because a 3 to 6 month leave gives you a real trial run with a gu... Intermediate 3 resources →
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