> Founders don't get to quit randomly > suddenly says that he wants to quit I thought slavery is over and we get to pick where we work, if they will have us.

> Founders don't get to quit randomly > suddenly says that he wants to quit I thought slavery is over and we get to pick where we work, if they will have us. Something in Constitutions and laws in various countries write something about freedom. Since you didn't have some iron-clad clause with massive penalties (which I don't know/believe would be legal), then it sucks to be you at this time. To quote the meme with Candance "life is tough, wear a helmet". Also, dude, the guy didn't want to be there in the first place and must have had zero excitement. For all youngsters out there: don't marry a company. Do your thing, don't lie, work hard. When you find a better thing for you (and your family) take it. A job is a job. Planning for the projects of 2024 and quitting in January is a-OK, it happens. Life happens. Dave Ramsey says "move with the speed of cash". I get that the Start-ups and VC game is a whole different beast, but the water was up to your nostrils. It only needs a nudge to get you underwater. I hope things work out!