Navigating Change: A Personal Journey in Stepping Away from My Agency

Last week marked a significant turning point in my life—I officially closed the doors on my agency. This decision was not driven by the usual business challenges such as client issues or fluctuations in the digital landscape, but rather a personal journey that has profoundly impacted my life.

Fifteen months ago, my world was turned upside down when my wife was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor. Unfortunately, I lost her in October of last year, and this devastating loss has cast a long shadow over my ability to focus and engage with my work since then. Despite my best efforts to cope, I found myself increasingly detached from the agency, ultimately losing clients along the way.

By January, it became painfully clear that my heart simply wasn’t in it anymore. I was carrying the weight of the remaining projects without passion or purpose, so I made the difficult decision to notify my clients that I’d be stepping away. I took care to help transition them to new agencies, ensuring a smooth handover before finally wrapping everything up last week.

Looking ahead, I find myself at a crossroads, uncertain of what my next steps will be. However, I felt compelled to share my story in a community that has been a significant part of my professional journey.

While I understand that this post may tread into more personal territory than typical, I appreciate the space to express what I’ve been feeling.

Edit: I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from this community. I wrote this late at night, and upon waking to read your kind comments, I was deeply moved. Thank you all for your encouragement during this challenging time; it truly means the world to me.

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