Leaving a 9–5 job isn’t easy, it’s one of the biggest risks I’ve ever taken.
For years, I dedicated everything to my work: long hours, late nights, and constant stress. I was spending more time at my job than I should, pushing through overtime, and carrying the pressure home with me.
I started noticing the toll it was taking such as white hairs appearing, sleep slipping away, and anxiety creeping in even during family time.
Eventually, I realized something needed to change. I couldn’t keep giving all my energy to a job that was draining my spirit.
I wanted to build something that gave me my time back, not just for me, but for my family. That’s how apercallc.com started.
What began as a way to create more freedom turned into a business that helps others do the same.
When I finally decided to leave, I didn’t have another job lined up. I was overwhelmed, burnt out, and ready to take back control.
I put in my two weeks without a backup plan but I had something stronger: belief.
I believe in myself. My wife believes in me. My mom believes in me.
And that faith is what keeps me moving forward every day.
The Pros of Taking the Leap
- Freedom: I control my time, my schedule, and my priorities.
- Less stress: The weight of corporate expectations is gone and replaced by purpose-driven pressure.
- More time for what matters: Family, creativity, and self-growth come first now.
- Scarcity as motivation: With limited savings, I’m more driven than ever to build a better future.
- Travel: The flexibility to go where I want, when I want, without waiting for PTO approval.
The Cons — The Realities to Prepare For
- No insurance coverage (for now): Thankfully, my wife’s plan covers our family, but it’s a real concern many face.
- No residual pay: When you leave, the paycheck stops. Every dollar now depends on what I build.
- No “job” to tie my brain down: That structure and routine are gone which can be freeing and unsettling at the same time.
Even with the risks, I wouldn’t change my decision.
This journey is about growth not just financially, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
We’re working to build a life that’s not just about surviving the workweek, but about truly living.
I don’t have all the answers yet, but I know this: we’ll be alright. We’ll grow stronger. We’ll keep working to create a better life one that shows my kids the power of believing in yourself and taking the leap toward something greater.