From Newsweek · · 1m 10s
I left my six-figure job at 39
Lisa Filgas quits corporate life at 39 to explore new opportunities.
In brief
Lisa Filgas quits corporate life at 39 to explore new opportunities. Lisa Filgas, 39, quit her six-figure job to pursue freelance work and creative projects after her father's death. Originally reported by Newsweek.
My corporate journey
Lisa Filgas built a successful career in media, advertising, technology and business development over 18 years.
My father's death
Lisa Filgas lost her father Niall suddenly in may 2023, which changed her perspective on life.
Quitting my job
Lisa Filgas quit her six-figure corporate job in september 2026 to explore new opportunities.
My new path
Lisa Filgas is now exploring freelance work, consulting, part-time opportunities and creative projects.
My community
Lisa Filgas created The Common Club for people questioning their careers and what they want from life.
My Instagram growth
Lisa Filgas went from 400 to almost 50,000 instagram followers within days of sharing her journey.
My financial runway
Lisa Filgas recommends building a six-month financial runway before making major life changes.
My advice
Lisa Filgas encourages people to do the thing that scares them and explore new opportunities at any age.
What to remember
Lisa Filgas, 39, quit her six-figure job to pursue freelance work and creative projects after her father's death.
