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I asked experts if it's ever okay to quit your job on the spot - here's what they said

Áine CainJul 12, 2016, 19:55 IST

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People in unhappy work situations sometimes fantasize about quitting in some dramatic fashion - perhaps with a sendoff involving fireworks or rude gestures flung at managers and coworkers alike.

But is it ever okay to quit on the spot in real life?

Business Insider spoke with four career experts to get their take on leaving your job in a hurry.

Their responses were pretty uniform-quitting on the spot is best left to your daydreams, except in cases where something nefarious is going on. They all also provided advice to individuals who want to quit suddenly.

Here's what they had to say: