EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 17 MIN
how I became violently allergic to working a job
from Pretty Philosophical · host Pretty Philosophical with Denée Seaton
After graduating with a double major, I applied for countless jobs and faced rejection from a master's program. During the pandemic, I observed many seasoned professionals leave their corporate careers, feeling unfulfilled. This prompted me to reconsider the traditional career path, and ultimately, not getting hired turned out to be a blessing in disguise. In this episode, I delve into why I chose an alternative path, my journey into freelancing, and how it has been the best decision for me. If you're contemplating a similar shift, this episode is for you. Discover insights into freelance creative strategy and learn how you can embark on this path today. Key Moments: 0:00: Intro0:49: The perfect storm that made me opt out4:17: How I started freelancing10:38: Why a traditional job isn't actually secure11:00: Why you don't need to be an expert to start14:20: How to get started today #freelancing #creativestrategy #femaleentrepreneurship #jobmarket2026 #genzcareeralternatives #futureofwork #freelancebusiness See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/6a29a72b34735ff008b13688 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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