If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that we can’t control what happens in our day jobs.    Our leverage is only as strong as our next best alternative. Building options and creative escape hatches into our lives gives us more confidence, freedom and a cushion in case things go wrong. There are many ways to create alternative sources of income and employment so that we never feel stuck or limited.    What are some of the ways to further monetize our skills or even tap into our non-clinical hobbies? How do we create an escape hatch without seeming flighty or uncommitted?    In this episode, I talk about the power of career escape hatches, and how to use them to feel more empowered. Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode    - The power of having a financial buffer or career backup Why is it so important to have an escape plan, even if you love your job?   - How to create a non-clinical escape hatch Our clinical skill set isn’t the only thing we can monetize. What are some of the creative side hustles, businesses and ventures physicians have found success in outside of medicine?   - Why an escape hatch gives us the confidence to leave a bad situation Why do toxic or unhealthy job situations weigh on us a lot more when we don’t have other options in our back pockets?