In this episode we discuss: When it is the right time to quit. We are joined by Eleena Broadfoot, Advisor and Executive Coach.

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We chat about the following with Eleena Broadfoot:

• What are the important factors to consider when deciding to leave a job.
• Adding value to the business and making a meaningful impact should be a priority.
• Leaving a job requires careful planning and consideration of personal and professional factors.
• Why is identity so closely tied to job titles?
• What is a good time to reassess your learning and value-add opportunities in a high-growth company?
• How to leave a positive legacy for the team.
• Be curious and open to new opportunities, and have conversations with recruiters and friends in different industries to explore potential career paths.

References:

• linkedin.com/in/eleena-broadfoot

Biography:

Most recently CFO at Beauty Pie, Eleena has over 20 years’ experience in senior finance roles at Virgin, Trainline & Funding Circle amongst others, working alongside leadership teams of both high-growth startups and global groups. Her experience of working with founders and their teams as a CFO and NED has provided her with some fantastic opportunities to reach beyond the traditional finance remit and enabled her to use her skills and knowledge to create value and deliver strategic insight to help drive growth.

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Summary:

00:00 Introduction

28:29 Welcoming Alina Broadfoot

29:50 Lessons Learned

32:26 Deciding When to Leave a Job

34:37 The Tipping Point: Leaving Virgin for Train Line

34:59 Navigating Job Titles and Social Expectations

37:33 The Right Time to Leave a VC-Backed Company

41:55 Leaving a Positive Legacy and Smooth Transition

42:47 Embracing Curiosity and Exploring New Opportunities