Leaving one situation, and moving into another, has provided momentum in this journey I am so thankful for and graciously holding on to. I just want to be sure it keeps going. I know I’ll encounter obstacles and naysayers along the way, but it has been fantastic that in these first few days, I haven’t. All I’ve felt is love, support, and excitement for my choices, and readiness for the opportunities I’m going to create – not just for me, but for all women and girls.
About the Author: Marcy Twete
Marcy Twete is the Founder and CEO of Career Girl Network and the author of the book “You Know Everybody! A Career Girl’s Guide to Building a Network That Works.” At Career Girl Network, Marcy provides women with information, resources, and networking to empower them in their careers and to advance the work of women in business as a whole. Prior to launching Career Girl Network, Marcy worked in numerous nonprofit organizations and as a consultant in the field of nonprofit fundraising, marketing, and community relations. Marcy is a graduate of the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota, and a native of rural North Dakota. She is the Vice Chair of the Chicago Board of Directors for Step Up Women’s Network in Chicago and a member of the Advisory Board for Girls on the Run Twin Cities, and is dedicated to advancing the work of organizations that move the needle for women and girls worldwide.
How did your company take you leaving?
Truthfully, the response was mixed. My direct boss and boss' boss were incredibly supportive and happy for me as they know I'm truly pursuing my mission. Some coworkers were supportive, but many just basically shut me out. I think anytime you leave a company, you're going to get the cold shoulder from some and a "good luck" from others. That was definitely the case for me.