Over the past month and a half I've been able to save an additional $1600 working minimally part time on various side projects in the adult industry. I can see something great happening in the future and see potential to make a lot more if I could devote myself full time.
My current situation - I'm working 40 to 50 hours a week on my feet long hours with an inconsiderate micro managing boss. I've been taking too many days off for mental health purposes. I'm bringing home $1300 per month (expensive premiums taken out of my check). It's just not worth it anymore.
My initial plan was to save 3 months of living expenses (I live alone in an apartment) before quitting my vanilla job. I'm expecting to be able to reach at number by December at my current savings rate. However, I'm wondering if it's possible or worthwhile to leave now? I can sustain on my current savings for a couple of months (without bringing in any additional income). But considering I'll start making money the day I quit, is this as big of a concern?
I would also like to go back to school. I have two years left to finish my bachelor's degree and my current job doesnt afford me the time to take classes (even part time). I see this as a great opportunity to be capable of doing so. Maybe take some online classes. I'm just stressing out and desperate about putting in notice at my current vanilla job.
Any advice on saving, how much to save etc. Or advice on guaging my current earnings and knowing how much I could be capable of making full time? This industry fluctuates a lot as I've noticed and I'm terrified but excited about making the jump.
Thanks so much for reading and any help would be appreciated. I've run over the numbers a million times and it looks good on paper, but the uncertainty and not having the safety net is what is causing me some worry.



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