Today, I want to share something incredibly vulnerable with you.

Because today is the 2-year anniversary of quitting my cushy $180K/year tech job to bet on myself with $0 guaranteed income.

People have asked me over the years, "Katy, was it easy to quit your job."

I laughed. HELL NO.

It took delusion, faith, $50K cash saved up, 8 months building my personal brand, and a helluva lot of courage.

The day before I officially quit, I wrote myself a letter.

I wanted to capture exactly why I was making this massive decision. The scariest of my life so far.

I knew the road ahead would be full of challenges, moments where I'd need to go back to believing in myself, and times of wicked uncertainty.

But I also knew I couldn't NOT do it. It was time, and ignoring that knowing was simply fighting with fear.

I've read and re-read this letter countless times over the past 2 years.

It always reminds me of my deeper why. It keeps me going when I'm down.

If you've ever made a big scary decision to bet on yourself, I hope you write a letter that captures why you're doing it. You'll want to read it back later, and hey - maybe you'll share it on the internet one day as you reflect on your journey. I hope you do.

Here's the letter, straight from my Notion:

Letter to Myself on Quitting - January 29, 2024

Dear Katy —

I am so proud of you. I am so proud of you for doing what you have always wanted to do.

I’m proud of you for trusting the process. For listening to the signs from God, for tapping into His guidance, and for embracing the unknown. Accepting that the path forward is unclear and there will never be a perfect time to leap. But I know the next step.

And once I take that step, the next step will be revealed.

Being 51% ready to jump is enough.

I have planned, saved for, pushed back dates, considered all the possibilities. I know what I’m willing to give up for the opportunity to grow, to evolve, to live a life that’s aligned with my soul and my personal mission for being on this earth. I know who I am, I love who I am, and I’m even more excited about who I’m becoming.

Every single time I get close to God again, every time I look for guidance, every time I ask for support — the message is the same.

“Go back to God, He gave you your why.” - my future self in Sept 2023

You are meant to help people become more truly themselves, to believe in themselves, clarify their desires, and take action to change for the better. To tell their story with confidence. To connect with others as their authentic self & feel belonging.

Every time I envision the future, I see myself thriving as an entrepreneur, growing as a person and excited.

The only thing stopping me is me. It is not money or time or ability or access or the algorithm. It is my burning desire to make this business a reality and fuel a life better than my wildest imagination. It is my mindset, my ability to remain determined toward that desire and my belief that it is possible and in fact, already mine.

I vow to myself — Do not give up. Pivot, change, learn, grow as needed but never forget your why for working on this business. Your ability to motivate and change and influence. Your determination in the face of discomfort. Your ability to think outside the box, get creative, and learn the skills that you need to to close the gap.

That burning desire was placed there for a reason, placed by God. I am MEANT TO do this work. I know it in my soul. Everything in my life has led me to this point — all the things I’ve tried and tested — will make me an exceptional entrepreneur. It is my time to shine.

This moment will forever be part of my story. Any challenges and accomplishments ahead will be part of my story.

I’m choosing to write it, one decision at a time. I get to decide who I am, what I do, and what I have in this life. The laws of the universe say so. My life is up to ME and I choose to co-create the best possible version of it with God.

I do not need more experience, a larger following, more money in the bank, or more resolve. I need to tap into what makes me truly myself — and lean on God for spiritual guidance and support.

I need to prioritize my mindset and my faith and my service of others. The money will flow as I provide value to others. My experience and insight and support is valuable. I can build an exceptional soul-aligned business that generates months of overflow every single month, in increasing quantities.

I know that when things get tough as I will inevitably face challenges, it will be a signal to double down in my resolve, that it means I must pursue a different “how” rather than that the goal is not meant for me. It is a signal to go back to my belief in myself and to keep taking spiritually aligned action toward my goal.

Katy, I am so proud of you. This is the scariest decision you’ve ever had to make… and looking back, you will be so glad that you did not wait. God has said — it is time. He has reiterated it again and again. Trust yourself and your knowing. This is God’s timing, not your own.

You know how to get back to this place. The risk of staying stagnant is greater — you are setting fire to your desire to create this thriving, soul-aligned business and help thousands if not millions of people in your lifetime on this earth. That fire will make all your desires manifest. Your belief is unwavering.

You are ready to LEAP. To quantum LEAP. To rewrite all the beliefs that have ever held you back and continue to show up ON FIRE for life. With this energy that is contagious, flammable, expanding your vibe to everyone you come into contact with. Lead with this energy in all things.

Katy, you can do this. You have already done this. Everything you want is already yours — now, come and get it. Unlock the best version of yourself.

It’s your time to unleash your potential. Let’s go.

Endless love,

Katy

This letter gave me the courage to tell my boss it was time. I put in my 5 weeks notice the next day.

Looking back, it's crazy to me how connected I was to my soul, to God, to my intuition, and to my mission at this time.

I knew I couldn't do this alone, and no part of me wanted to. I've always been driven by something greater than myself -- and the times I forgot that along the way were the most challenging moments. I'm excited to write more about those mistakes & lessons learned along the way.

If any part of this story resonated with you today, hit reply. I'd love to hear who's reading & why you're tuning in 🫶

Rooting for you in your biggest leaps - always. You deserve to love your life.

Happy Friday,

P.S. If you want to tap into YOUR Soul Vision & feel convicted in making massive leaps that change the course of your life forever (in the best way), you need to be in Permission Slip on Monday Feb 2nd.