The Framework.
Three exit strategies for women in UX, product, and tech who face workplace dismissal and bias.
The Core Question.
Stay, Switch, or Build?
When facing workplace challenges, you have three strategic paths.
Not three coping mechanisms. Not three ways to "be more resilient." Three actual strategies for protecting yourself and moving forward on your terms.
All three paths are valid.
The question isn't which path is "best." The question is: which path is right for YOU, right NOW?
Path 1: Strategic Stay.
Protect yourself while employed
When to choose this path:
- →The situation is fixable
- →You have financial reasons to stay
- →You can protect yourself with boundaries and documentation
- →It's worth the energy for now
What you need:
- →Documentation System (protect your contributions)
- →Boundary setting (protect your energy)
- →Credit protection (defend your work)
- →Bias navigation tools (survive the dynamics)
- →Power dynamics awareness (understand the game)
Path 2: Strategic Switch.
Exit to another company
When to choose this path:
- →You still want corporate but need better fit
- →Another company could solve the problem
- →You can use current role for better next role
- →Corporate structure works for you with right culture
What you need:
- →Resume optimization (using your documentation)
- →Interview preparation (specific examples ready)
- →Strategic job search (find better culture)
- →Leverage documentation (prove your value)
- →Negotiation strategies (get what you're worth)
Path 3: Strategic Build.
Exit to independence
When to choose this path:
- →You're done with corporate entirely
- →You want autonomy and independence
- →You have expertise clients would pay for
- →You can build income before or while leaving
- →Traditional employment no longer serves you
What you need:
- →Consulting fundamentals (how to start)
- →Freelancing strategies (find clients)
- →Business foundations (structure, pricing, operations)
- →Transition timeline (build while employed)
- →Income diversification (products + services)
The Progression.
Phase 1: Protect
Foundation
Survive and document while you assess your options.
- Documentation System
- Boundary setting frameworks
- Credit protection strategies
- Bias pattern recognition
- Workplace navigation tactics
Outcome: You're protected while you figure out your path.
Phase 2: Plan
Assessment
Determine which exit path is right for you.
- Stay, Switch, or Build Assessment
- Three Exit Strategies Framework (detailed guide)
- Financial planning for exits
- Timeline and preparation strategies
- Decision-making tools
Outcome: Clear path forward based on your situation.
Phase 3: Execute
Path-Specific
Take action on your chosen path.
For STAY:
Advanced documentation, Long-term boundaries, Career advancement
For SWITCH:
Resume building, Case studies, Interview mastery, Negotiation
For BUILD:
Consulting launch, Client acquisition, Business fundamentals
Outcome: Successfully executing your chosen exit strategy.
The Unrule. Promise
Whatever path you choose:
- ✓You do it strategically (not reactively)
- ✓You do it with support (not alone)
- ✓You do it on YOUR terms (not theirs)
- ✓You have tools and resources (not guesswork)
"The old rules don't work.
Write your own."
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