Diva Living Today

You’ve had it, you’re leaving – fine.  But don’t just run out, have a plan.  Whether you are leaving a failed relationship or a job, having an exit plan is the best way to go.  No matter what’s going on, don’t just pick up and leave.  If you do that, you’re hurting yourself more than anything.  I’m not advocating for staying in a failed situation.  I am saying make good decisions, good choices and know what you’re doing before you do it.

If you’re in a failed relationship and you run out the door, there is a good chance that you are going to spend a lot more than you planned to.  Since you didn’t have an exit plan you can go through what little cash you have quickly.  However, if you decided you leaving in two months and you began to save, research where you’re going to live and know the cost of your expenses – you will be in a much better financial position.  You don’t need the added burden of finances combined with an already bad situation.  And, if you are married, knowing your legal rights is important before you do anything.  In some cases, it’s best to stay and go through the court system to bring closure to a failed relationship.  Either way, be informed.

If you want to get out of a negative situation at work, don’t just storm out.  Don’t ruin your reputation or your finances.  Nobody at work, and nothing that’s happening there, should be more important to you than paying your bills and taking care of yourself and your family.  Besides, it’s never a good idea to burn a bridge.  Your next job will surely ask for a reference and “she walked out” is not, I repeat, is not what you want them to hear diva.  Plan your exit.  Save your money, tighten your resume, interview and land your next job before you leave.  You worked too hard for your career to have it ruined over foolishness. Leave the company in the best shape you can, be the bigger person.

Lyons rarely run from a fight, but if you must exit – do it wisely, have a diva plan.