Wow Ntao, I literally went through the same thing last year. Quit my job for the same reasons and the toxi work environment. I Quit in October 2020 without a job and served my 2 months notice because I was not trying to see these people in 2021. Went back to school full time because I had finally decide what I wanted to specialize in, fast forward in August got a new job, without even applying for it because I was not planing on working this year, I had saved to chill for a year and just be a student. Little did I know that God had other plans. I'm in a better work environment and I absolutely love what I do and the people I work with. I look forward to going to work and my weekends are mine unless it's something urgent and no more long working hour. Basically I'm a happy gal. Trust God and the process. So happy for you.
🥺🥺🥺 I’m so glad you can relate, I was starting to lose parts of myself 😔 I would cry all the time. Really happy you’re in a better environment and thriving. All the best with the studying!
Girl I just quit my job on Monday. It’s so toxic. There’s no training and I was a 1st year audit clerk at a firm in umhlanga and it’s so mis managed. I am shattered. These people don’t care about my mental health at all.
I cannot express enough how much I can relate to you. I feel like we can be twins :). Also ended up quitting without having a plan or job. I LOVED audit, only realising now that it was because I was so familiar with the audits and job and I also started dreading what I was doing. I myself lived to work. Working nights and weekends, never resting! I made the decision to take care of my mental health rather. I am extremely proud of you! Well done!
I studied IT and was good at it, I got a B Grade, but couldn't find a job in that field, so I've been an accountant for 6 years now, I hate it, I'm always stressed out and even in high school It was my least favorite subject, I've studied further just to try and fit in but I still hate it.... I'm thinking of starting afresh and going for a graduate program in IT, I want to go back so bad
The legal profession is the same, hierarchy, toxic, hectic pressure and stress. No amount of money can replace ur health and sanity 🤷🏾♀️. Obvs, not all lawyers (Adv + Attorney s) feel this way but majority of my peers that I have talked to about this have the same experience. Thank you for talking about these "real" degree careers - they are not always all that.
Thanks so much for watching Vanessa. A lot of professions are the same, I just wanted to talk about it seeing that a lot of people weren't. It's not always glamorous, people need to know this so they don't think they're alone
Absolutely agree, money just ain't everything!💯 Also never stay for PROMISES. I've worked for several people that treat me like $#! with the promises of future riches. Especially when you build peoples business's up ypu feel like you could make partner in a few years but deep down you know it will happen & if it does you still will never be an equal to them. I took the same leap of faith this year and quit a toxic workplace to study further, in my late twenties. Eish. But it's the best decision I've ever made, I wake up every morning excited for the day now. 💣 Keep up the great videos, we need that Marco collab next!😄
I’m so glad you decided to take the risk, and it’s never too late!!! I actually wanna make a video on his journey as well, Cos he has an interesting story to share! And thanks for the feedback!!! 😊
Thank you so much for sharing Your Experience Personally for me as a CA student is very motivational to never lose hope no matter the hardship I'll be facing throughout. Thank you so so much🙏💕
Thanks Kulwano. Trust me, the hardships in hindsight were worth it, but I didn't want it to be at the detriment of my mental health. You're gonna do great 💓
Girl........ there's a very specific reason I searched this🤣. That opening...me!!! Nah, thinking, I'm quitting tomorrow. But the gag is I like living overseas, and audit makes it easy to move around.
Few seconds in and I've already subscribed .....probably because you really are likable as you said😅....loved your content and I look forward to seeing more👏
Very informative! Please do a video of a day in your life. I think that would be helpful for trainees who are trying to figure their way out (even though it's evident that God's plan is not always your plan). Really enjoyed this video and walked away with valuable info.
I thoroughly enjoyed this video, love the quality 🤩🤩. I’ve been thinking of quitting my job for some time, I can totally relate to you feeling like you’re in your comfort zone (been feeling like that for some time). I’ve just started saving up and I’ll be leaving corporate for good pretty soon 🤞🏾🤞🏾. Keep the videos coming Ntao 🔥🔥🔥
Thanks Napo!!! I have this fear of failure, and it prevented me from doing something new for the longest time. Also I think at the end of the day, just do what’s best for you.
I quit lastweek....mentally and physically.... emotionally I left and I'm not going to look back. My mental state is still at stake because of that place yohhh
I'm going through the same and I don't know how to quit. The funny thing is that they keep telling me that this is the best company I will ever find. I don't have a plan. But I need to do it.
Loved this video! Quite insightful 💡!! Thank you for sharing.. I honestly believe it will help so many more who battle with the environments they are in but are bound to comfort and the fear of the unknown.
Thanks so much Kat. I really hope it does that ❤️ There’s so much out there for newly qualified CAs. I hope this is a bit of an eye opener to what’s possible.
This is such a great Video Ntao. The information shared is amazing and such an eye opener. We absolutely aren’t bound to the BiG 4 and there are absolutely lots of opportunities out there waiting for us to FAITH them! Super proud and happy for you boo 🌸🤍
When I say I’m in the exact same position as you mentioned in your video I’m talking every bit of detail is the same as my current situation 😅 it’s wild it was like hearing my own story out loud, thanks for this video !
You are def lovable. Enjoyed this video.. totally relate, I don't hate my job but I know I don't belong here because I don't want to live to work. Trusting God's time.
@Yes I am Bonolo thanks Bonolo. Some jobs aren’t glamorous, we can’t just highlight the good and not talk about the challenges. I’m glad you enjoyed ❤️
I remember the day i was talking to my performance manager and i was like "I HATE MY JOB" that time i moved across the world and it wasn't even a year lol Audit is honestly the pits, it's even worse when you never wanted it from varsity but took on the challenge.
Hi Ntao, hope you are doing well! Thanks a lot for sharing this. I am going through the same, I quit my job at a big four and now I am serving my notice period. It's tough because I don't have a plan, I don't know what I am going to do. The mental health issues leave me completely hopeless and worthless but your video, just made me feel a lot better. I do feel that this suffering might end. So thanks a lot for sharing. Really grateful. Love, Mansi
Lol Ntao I just finished my articles and I never intend on going back. There is no work life balance and I hate the fact that everything must be put on hold because of audit deadlines, even your mental health. You feel demonized for taking sick leave. Client can also be RUDE! Hayi ngeke shem!
Hey Thobile! I took this leap of faith and it was a big risk. The key thing tho is that I made sure that financially I would be okay while I look for something suitable. I understand the difficulty of being at a job you don’t wanna do, but there are still precautions to take. Thanks for watching the video ❤️
Good video! It seems odd that you quit in light of the fact that you made manager quickly. With that kind of work ethic, and your extremely charismatic personality, it seems like you could have made partner early in your career . I was just wondering in your culture would you have discussed the decision with your parents and were they for or against it?
Hey Andrew, you’re right, I could have climbed the ladder quickly. But I’m glad I made the switch to something more suitable where I can still use my interpersonal skills and technical abilities. I didn’t mention this in the video but I didn’t tell my family I quit, my mom specifically wouldn’t understand and would likely try to talk me out of it. She’s happy it worked out but she thinks it was a bit of a risk
That’s insane, will the building fall apart without you? I think in a lot of instances it may be negotiable, because some companies also don’t want to be paying someone who has mentally checked out of their job. Shu, and I thought I had it bad.
Loved this video ♥️. Truly well done. 👏🏼 Was making me feel emotional remembering the dark times of my own experience there so thanks for being vulnerable. My moment of clarity also came while I was on secondment where I saw for myself that people are actually living full wholesome lives out there and what we were putting ourselves through in big 4 in SA was ridiculous and had to stop soon. I'm glad we're in a much happier place right now. 🙏🏼😊
We’ve literally seen it all girl 😭 And you’re right, the people I work with now have such good work life balance, we’re asked not to work over weekends because they understand the importance of rest. So happy for us 😊
Wow Ntao, I literally went through the same thing last year. Quit my job for the same reasons and the toxi work environment. I Quit in October 2020 without a job and served my 2 months notice because I was not trying to see these people in 2021. Went back to school full time because I had finally decide what I wanted to specialize in, fast forward in August got a new job, without even applying for it because I was not planing on working this year, I had saved to chill for a year and just be a student. Little did I know that God had other plans. I'm in a better work environment and I absolutely love what I do and the people I work with. I look forward to going to work and my weekends are mine unless it's something urgent and no more long working hour. Basically I'm a happy gal. Trust God and the process. So happy for you.
🥺🥺🥺 I’m so glad you can relate, I was starting to lose parts of myself 😔 I would cry all the time. Really happy you’re in a better environment and thriving. All the best with the studying!
Hey Yvonne, do you mind sharing what field you were in? Thanks
Girl I just quit my job on Monday. It’s so toxic. There’s no training and I was a 1st year audit clerk at a firm in umhlanga and it’s so mis managed. I am shattered. These people don’t care about my mental health at all.
Currently going through this
Hi, how was life after quitting?
Yooooh,I relate 100%.Left my articles half way and I am happy. Went into software and couldn't be happier ☺.
I'm glad you enjoyed this! I have an interview with a friend in software development that I'll be interviewing so look out for that video :)
Same
Argh. So happy for you. Trick is to make the realization early and leave.
I cannot express enough how much I can relate to you. I feel like we can be twins :). Also ended up quitting without having a plan or job. I LOVED audit, only realising now that it was because I was so familiar with the audits and job and I also started dreading what I was doing.
I myself lived to work. Working nights and weekends, never resting! I made the decision to take care of my mental health rather.
I am extremely proud of you! Well done!
I studied IT and was good at it, I got a B Grade, but couldn't find a job in that field, so I've been an accountant for 6 years now, I hate it, I'm always stressed out and even in high school It was my least favorite subject, I've studied further just to try and fit in but I still hate it.... I'm thinking of starting afresh and going for a graduate program in IT, I want to go back so bad
As a CA student myself , this was a great eye opener , thank you !
I’m glad you liked it ❤️
The legal profession is the same, hierarchy, toxic, hectic pressure and stress. No amount of money can replace ur health and sanity 🤷🏾♀️. Obvs, not all lawyers (Adv + Attorney s) feel this way but majority of my peers that I have talked to about this have the same experience. Thank you for talking about these "real" degree careers - they are not always all that.
Thanks so much for watching Vanessa. A lot of professions are the same, I just wanted to talk about it seeing that a lot of people weren't. It's not always glamorous, people need to know this so they don't think they're alone
Left law for these reasons
So proud that you took that leap of faith and it paid off. Here’s to many many more
The m you so much. It was such a difficult decision, but it was for the best
Definitely the content I am signing up for !Subscribed✅
Thank you ❤️
Absolutely agree, money just ain't everything!💯
Also never stay for PROMISES. I've worked for several people that treat me like $#! with the promises of future riches. Especially when you build peoples business's up ypu feel like you could make partner in a few years but deep down you know it will happen & if it does you still will never be an equal to them.
I took the same leap of faith this year and quit a toxic workplace to study further, in my late twenties. Eish.
But it's the best decision I've ever made, I wake up every morning excited for the day now. 💣
Keep up the great videos,
we need that Marco collab next!😄
I’m so glad you decided to take the risk, and it’s never too late!!! I actually wanna make a video on his journey as well, Cos he has an interesting story to share! And thanks for the feedback!!! 😊
Relatable content 😭😭 I’m doing a countdown and I’m miserable at work
I did that countdown twice 😭😭 I felt so hopeless a few months ago, and my life has done a complete 180. I really hope things get better for you ❤️
I’m on a count down they won’t know what hit them 😂my souls is so at peace after setting the date
Thank you so much for sharing Your Experience
Personally for me as a CA student is very motivational to never lose hope no matter the hardship I'll be facing throughout. Thank you so so much🙏💕
Thanks Kulwano. Trust me, the hardships in hindsight were worth it, but I didn't want it to be at the detriment of my mental health. You're gonna do great 💓
Girl........ there's a very specific reason I searched this🤣. That opening...me!!! Nah, thinking, I'm quitting tomorrow. But the gag is I like living overseas, and audit makes it easy to move around.
Few seconds in and I've already subscribed .....probably because you really are likable as you said😅....loved your content and I look forward to seeing more👏
Thank you so much :)
Would love to hear more about the current job ! In the midst of a career move myself, so gathering intel is vital at this point 😅
Thanks Ntokozo! I’ll make another video on that, and giving advice on what to consider before you leave
Very informative! Please do a video of a day in your life. I think that would be helpful for trainees who are trying to figure their way out (even though it's evident that God's plan is not always your plan).
Really enjoyed this video and walked away with valuable info.
I thoroughly enjoyed this video, love the quality 🤩🤩. I’ve been thinking of quitting my job for some time, I can totally relate to you feeling like you’re in your comfort zone (been feeling like that for some time). I’ve just started saving up and I’ll be leaving corporate for good pretty soon 🤞🏾🤞🏾.
Keep the videos coming Ntao 🔥🔥🔥
Thanks Napo!!! I have this fear of failure, and it prevented me from doing something new for the longest time. Also I think at the end of the day, just do what’s best for you.
Couldn’t relate more. The 3 month notice was the worst🤦♀️
It makes 0 sense. I'm just glad everything worked out in the end
I quit lastweek....mentally and physically.... emotionally I left and I'm not going to look back. My mental state is still at stake because of that place yohhh
I know the feeling sis. I think sometimes the mental toll isn’t worth the money, I hope you find a place that better for you mental health ❤️
I'm going through the same and I don't know how to quit. The funny thing is that they keep telling me that this is the best company I will ever find. I don't have a plan. But I need to do it.
You speak so well.
Enjoyed this video❣
Thank you so much ❤️
Amazing content Ntaoleng🎉🎉🎊🎊 looking forward to many more of these😎😎
Thank you!
You are so funny, I love your videos! Kudos to you !!!
Such amazing content Ntao, you're doing so amazing!
Thank you Ze!!! ❤️
I say good for you. 👍🏻💯 Your mental health is more important. ❤️
Loved this video! Quite insightful 💡!! Thank you for sharing.. I honestly believe it will help so many more who battle with the environments they are in but are bound to comfort and the fear of the unknown.
Thanks so much Kat. I really hope it does that ❤️ There’s so much out there for newly qualified CAs. I hope this is a bit of an eye opener to what’s possible.
Hi, I loved your video
This is such a great Video Ntao. The information shared is amazing and such an eye opener.
We absolutely aren’t bound to the BiG 4 and there are absolutely lots of opportunities out there waiting for us to FAITH them!
Super proud and happy for you boo 🌸🤍
Thanks so much Kea. I'm so happy I took the risk, I knew there was better in store for me
Love the video Ntao! I feel like you were telling my story 😅… well done for being brave enough to speak and share your journey ❤️
Thank you Mo ❤️ we were all in the same boat honestly
I did not finish my articles in the Big 4 for the same reasons! I could not hang in there!!!
My cousin did the same thing. She went to a TOPP firm. It’s really tough
Congratulations on your new job, I hope you love it.
New subscriber❤️
Thoroughly enjoyed this video
Thanks Primrose! 😊
This is exactly what I needed, please do make a day in the life video.
Thank you for sharing the experience you had.
Thanks so much for watching! It's on its way
When I say I’m in the exact same position as you mentioned in your video I’m talking every bit of detail is the same as my current situation 😅 it’s wild it was like hearing my own story out loud, thanks for this video !
Was this senior me ?🤣 I was pretty miserable!! I loved watching this video Ntao!
😂😂😂 how did you even find this. Maybe…lol
I love your content🔥. Keep it up Ntao
Thanks Palesa 😊
The job I'm doing it's not for me I'm always thinking quitting it and do what I enjoy
You are def lovable. Enjoyed this video.. totally relate, I don't hate my job but I know I don't belong here because I don't want to live to work.
Trusting God's time.
Really Enjoyed this video! Thanks Ntao
I’m glad you did!
@Yes I am Bonolo thanks Bonolo. Some jobs aren’t glamorous, we can’t just highlight the good and not talk about the challenges. I’m glad you enjoyed ❤️
I remember the day i was talking to my performance manager and i was like "I HATE MY JOB" that time i moved across the world and it wasn't even a year lol
Audit is honestly the pits, it's even worse when you never wanted it from varsity but took on the challenge.
😔 it’s so difficult Lee. But we’re here now, let’s hope it’s better for those after us
Yuh girl when you cried. That's where I am right now 💔
I hope you get through it :( Its really not easy
Hi Ntao, hope you are doing well!
Thanks a lot for sharing this. I am going through the same, I quit my job at a big four and now I am serving my notice period. It's tough because I don't have a plan, I don't know what I am going to do. The mental health issues leave me completely hopeless and worthless but your video, just made me feel a lot better. I do feel that this suffering might end. So thanks a lot for sharing. Really grateful.
Love,
Mansi
Thanks for watching ❤️ you’re not alone
Loved this video 🙆♀️👏 please please do more ♥️
Relatable content 😩😭.
I'm glad you enjoyed it :)
Lol Ntao I just finished my articles and I never intend on going back. There is no work life balance and I hate the fact that everything must be put on hold because of audit deadlines, even your mental health. You feel demonized for taking sick leave. Client can also be RUDE! Hayi ngeke shem!
I’m literally at this point. Very very close to cashing my provident and chill until something else comes my way.
I think best case scenario would be to find something before you leave. All the best ❤
That’s why I’m not tappping on the pot cause I’m definitely moving
I am planning to resign by February next year with or without a plan, l have just had enough.
Hey Thobile! I took this leap of faith and it was a big risk. The key thing tho is that I made sure that financially I would be okay while I look for something suitable. I understand the difficulty of being at a job you don’t wanna do, but there are still precautions to take. Thanks for watching the video ❤️
Came here to get a dose of courage... and Thanks
Good video! It seems odd that you quit in light of the fact that you made manager quickly. With that kind of work ethic, and your extremely charismatic personality, it seems like you could have made partner early in your career . I was just wondering in your culture would you have discussed the decision with your parents and were they for or against it?
Hey Andrew, you’re right, I could have climbed the ladder quickly. But I’m glad I made the switch to something more suitable where I can still use my interpersonal skills and technical abilities. I didn’t mention this in the video but I didn’t tell my family I quit, my mom specifically wouldn’t understand and would likely try to talk me out of it. She’s happy it worked out but she thinks it was a bit of a risk
Helping tech companies list on the NYSE?😩🔥 Why even ask, please do a vid on a day in the life... And what we can do to equip for such jobs
This is going to be my next video! Going to film over the weekend :)
Please do a video on a day in your life 🙏🏾
Lol it’s 11pm and I’m still working, so most of it will be in the evening. But yes I’ll definitely consider it
My notice period is 6 months 😓
That’s insane, will the building fall apart without you? I think in a lot of instances it may be negotiable, because some companies also don’t want to be paying someone who has mentally checked out of their job. Shu, and I thought I had it bad.
What rights do employees have in terms of workplace training?
Thank you, this is beautiful🥺, really enjoyed it.
I’m suffocating 😭. I can’t anymore, but have some financial obligations. Yho!!😂😂😭
I'm so sorry ☹ I completely understand. I hope it gets better ❤
You just gained a New subie😀😀😀💃 happy to Join
Thank you Lufuno
Dope dope dope!!!
This hit home💔
Loved this video ♥️. Truly well done. 👏🏼 Was making me feel emotional remembering the dark times of my own experience there so thanks for being vulnerable.
My moment of clarity also came while I was on secondment where I saw for myself that people are actually living full wholesome lives out there and what we were putting ourselves through in big 4 in SA was ridiculous and had to stop soon. I'm glad we're in a much happier place right now. 🙏🏼😊
We’ve literally seen it all girl 😭
And you’re right, the people I work with now have such good work life balance, we’re asked not to work over weekends because they understand the importance of rest. So happy for us 😊
I relate 😭🥺
Any advice for someone going to a Big 4 firm ?
I’d say you need to take it as a learning experience. Also, make your life easier by speaking up if you’re struggling or don’ understand something.
do you tutor
New subbie!🥺❤️
Thanks Moemedi!
So you work remotely?
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But why where you miserable at work? What was it that made u feel miserable?
i;m at a point where i don't even do my work. they're gonna notice. i just dont care anymore