Bye bye bad bosses.

Back story time! I’ve been at a law firm as an associate for about two and a half years. Was approached by a solo practitioner to take over his practice as he retires. It was a tough decision (and a huge move for me), but working in a very toxic environment pushed me to take it. My bosses tried to get me to stay by promising me all these things - I’ll be partner one day and I could run my own office and blah blah blah. Turns out I don’t want to continue to answer to these assholes and continue to practice under their policies that I disagree with while they reap all the benefits. Being my own boss sounds great. So I turned them down, gave them a month’s notice and in response was told: “I can’t imagine having a family and trying to do what you’re doing. You’ll have to end up being a stay at home mom.” “I have put years into you and the only reason you’re confident enough to make this move is because of me.” “Why are millennials so untrustworthy? You try and try but they just turn their backs on you.” “What have you even been doing for the past 2 years? Your job was basically non-existent.” I was sad for a couple of days, but after some wine and then some more wine, I’m more confident in my decision than ever. It all just proved why I needed to get out anyways. On to the next adventure!