The Myth of Job Security and Why I Went Solo

[johnblockbuster]

For years, I stayed in corporate roles because I believed they offered stability—especially as the primary breadwinner for my family. But watching wave after wave of layoffs, even in historically “safe” sectors, shattered that illusion. When job security disappears overnight regardless of loyalty or experience, the definition of “safe” needs rethinking.

After long conversations with my spouse, I decided to bet on myself. I formed an LLC, told my network what I was doing, and took on freelance clients. Eighteen months later, I’ve replaced my corporate salary and eliminated the parts of work I never valued: meaningless reviews, bureaucratic approvals, and constant stress. More importantly, my health returned, my life expanded, and I finally proved that stability doesn’t have to come from a single employer.

[lingriiddd]

the trade-offs part hits, there’s no perfect setup just less bad options