A growing number of young professionals are rethinking the idea of job security and looking at alternative careers, especially in the digital space where content creation is often seen as both flexible and rewarding. But behind the polished posts and viral videos, the reality is not always as simple. A recent story from Delhi highlights this shift, where one woman’s decision to leave her salaried job has sparked both interest and debate online.
Anshika, who earlier worked a corporate job earning around ₹9 lakh per annum, recently quit to pursue content creation full-time. Sharing her journey on Instagram, she did not present it as an overnight success story, even though her first month brought in strong earnings.
In the video, she said, "I left my 9 LPA job a month ago to continue content creation full-time. Wait till you hear how much I made this month. Now before you think how cool it is that I left my high-paying job for content, please know that sometimes we have to beg for our payments, and some months you might not earn enough. And it's exhausting."
Despite the challenges, her first month showed promising results. "And no Nazar (touch wood), I made more than 1.5 Lakhs this month through collabs and freelancing projects."
"Only after knowing these three things I decided to quit: Am I already earning through content? Do I have a 3-month emergency fund with me? Lastly, do I have enough networks from where I can get paid work? I established all this with my 9 to 5 and that's when I left my job," she said.
Her approach highlights something many people overlook while thinking about quitting jobs for creative careers — planning matters just as much as passion.
She added, "Before leaving my job I made sure that the answer to all the 3 questions mentioned in the video was a YES. I built all that before quitting my job. Content can pay you really well at times but many times there are months that dont go so well. So before quitting stability,analyse your position. Choose freedom but with practicality."
One user wrote, "This is actually very practical advice, people only show the good side." Another said, "Respect for being honest about the struggles behind content creation."
At the same time, a few pointed out the challenges in replicating her journey. "Not everyone can build that safety net, that’s the real challenge," one comment read. Another added, "Earning 1.5 lakh in a month is impressive but consistency matters more."
There were also users who found her story motivating but grounded. One of them wrote, "This is inspiring but also a reminder to plan properly before quitting a job."
Anshika, who earlier worked a corporate job earning around ₹9 lakh per annum, recently quit to pursue content creation full-time. Sharing her journey on Instagram, she did not present it as an overnight success story, even though her first month brought in strong earnings.
In the video, she said, "I left my 9 LPA job a month ago to continue content creation full-time. Wait till you hear how much I made this month. Now before you think how cool it is that I left my high-paying job for content, please know that sometimes we have to beg for our payments, and some months you might not earn enough. And it's exhausting."
Despite the challenges, her first month showed promising results. "And no Nazar (touch wood), I made more than 1.5 Lakhs this month through collabs and freelancing projects."
Three questions that shaped her decision
What stands out in her story is that the decision was not sudden. She explained that she only quit after evaluating her situation carefully and making sure she had some level of security."Only after knowing these three things I decided to quit: Am I already earning through content? Do I have a 3-month emergency fund with me? Lastly, do I have enough networks from where I can get paid work? I established all this with my 9 to 5 and that's when I left my job," she said.
Her approach highlights something many people overlook while thinking about quitting jobs for creative careers — planning matters just as much as passion.
A reality check for those planning the same
Along with her video, Anshika also shared a longer note for people who might be considering a similar move. She made it clear that while content creation can look appealing online, the reality is not always smooth or predictable. "Watch this if you’re planning to leave your job to pursue content creation. I know it sounds very fascinating when a lot of people on the internet talk about how they left their 9-5 for content creation. But trust me,it isn’t always as happening as it looks."She added, "Before leaving my job I made sure that the answer to all the 3 questions mentioned in the video was a YES. I built all that before quitting my job. Content can pay you really well at times but many times there are months that dont go so well. So before quitting stability,analyse your position. Choose freedom but with practicality."
Internet reacts with mixed views
The post quickly gained traction, with many people sharing their thoughts in the comments. Some appreciated her honesty, especially about delayed payments and income uncertainty, which are not often discussed openly.One user wrote, "This is actually very practical advice, people only show the good side." Another said, "Respect for being honest about the struggles behind content creation."
At the same time, a few pointed out the challenges in replicating her journey. "Not everyone can build that safety net, that’s the real challenge," one comment read. Another added, "Earning 1.5 lakh in a month is impressive but consistency matters more."
There were also users who found her story motivating but grounded. One of them wrote, "This is inspiring but also a reminder to plan properly before quitting a job."
