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#retirement
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I just quit my high-paying job at 55 with $8 million saved - how should I tell everyone I'm 'retired' without burning bridges?

A thoughtful retirement announcement can preserve professional relationships and leave doors open for future opportunities.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

I'm retiring in my mid-50s and still crave new opportunities - how do I make sure my career exit story doesn't close future doors?

Retirement brings mixed emotions, including guilt and purpose loss, even for those financially ready.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Retirement

I'm 78 and still working part-time. Here's how I've stayed involved with what I love, 16 years after retirement.

fromAol
3 days ago
Retirement

5 Remote Jobs That Make It Easier To Work Longer - and Save More

Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I just quit my high-paying job at 55 with $8 million saved - how should I tell everyone I'm 'retired' without burning bridges?

A thoughtful retirement announcement can preserve professional relationships and leave doors open for future opportunities.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

I'm retiring in my mid-50s and still crave new opportunities - how do I make sure my career exit story doesn't close future doors?

Retirement brings mixed emotions, including guilt and purpose loss, even for those financially ready.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Retirement

I'm 78 and still working part-time. Here's how I've stayed involved with what I love, 16 years after retirement.

fromAol
3 days ago
Retirement

5 Remote Jobs That Make It Easier To Work Longer - and Save More

#entrepreneurship
Growth hacking
fromBig Think
1 month ago

"Bootstrapping": How entrepreneurs can control their own destiny

Entrepreneur Jesse Pujji transitioned from consulting to launch Ampush, achieving significant success without outside funding before selling the firm.
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

Engineering Culture and the API Revolution: A Conversation with Sagar Batchu

Sagar Batchu transitioned from studying physics to co-founding Speakeasy, a startup focused on developer tools for building APIs.
Renovation
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I flip homes in the Hamptons. I made $360K on Airbnb last year, and my Instagram following helps me save on renovations.

Blythe Graham-Jones transitioned from advertising to full-time home renovation and flipping in the Hamptons.
Growth hacking
fromBig Think
1 month ago

"Bootstrapping": How entrepreneurs can control their own destiny

Entrepreneur Jesse Pujji transitioned from consulting to launch Ampush, achieving significant success without outside funding before selling the firm.
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

Engineering Culture and the API Revolution: A Conversation with Sagar Batchu

Sagar Batchu transitioned from studying physics to co-founding Speakeasy, a startup focused on developer tools for building APIs.
Renovation
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I flip homes in the Hamptons. I made $360K on Airbnb last year, and my Instagram following helps me save on renovations.

Blythe Graham-Jones transitioned from advertising to full-time home renovation and flipping in the Hamptons.
fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago

I dreaded working in the private sector, but the public sector didn't pay enough for me to live on. Here's how I found balance in my career.

In the private sector, there are more opportunities for growth and easier salary negotiations, yet one must also contend with company culture.
Non-profit organizations
#work-life-balance
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I retired last year but now I'm going back to worth because the pay is too good to pass up - will I regret this?

The Reddit user decided to return to work for better financial stability after early retirement.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I commuted 5 hours a day, 3 days a week for a year. I quit and pivoted my career to spend more time with my daughter.

The shift from remote to hybrid work impacted my family and commuting dynamics significantly.
Choosing parenthood over career demands led to a career pivot after the pandemic.
Career
fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago

"Pause and think about your non-negotiables"

Finding a fulfilling balance between creative work and family life can be challenging for returning professionals.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I retired last year but now I'm going back to worth because the pay is too good to pass up - will I regret this?

The Reddit user decided to return to work for better financial stability after early retirement.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I commuted 5 hours a day, 3 days a week for a year. I quit and pivoted my career to spend more time with my daughter.

The shift from remote to hybrid work impacted my family and commuting dynamics significantly.
Choosing parenthood over career demands led to a career pivot after the pandemic.
Career
fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago

"Pause and think about your non-negotiables"

Finding a fulfilling balance between creative work and family life can be challenging for returning professionals.
Parenting
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Hoda Kotb Reveals Truth About Daughter Hope's Medical Condition-and How It Pushed Her To Quit 'Today' and Move to Suburbs

Hoda Kotb's emotional return to 'Today' reveals her daughter Hope's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis, impacting her career decisions and family priorities.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I'm a psychologist who started repairing vintage Rolex watches as a side hustle. Now watchmaking is my main gig.

"Petronzi, a psychologist and professor, found his passion for watchmaking blossoming from a hobby into a lucrative enterprise, ultimately out-earning his psychology profession."
Fashion & style
#personal-growth
London startup
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Innovative electronic music producer CHYL is operating at full speed

CHYL transitioned from Wall Street to pursuing her passion for speed house music, finding fulfillment outside a traditional job.
fromPhys
3 weeks ago
Skiing

People who swap mundane jobs for meaningful careers still have it tough, study indicates

fromEater
2 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

I Left My Job in Food Media to Bake at an Alaskan Wilderness Lodge

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

After I got my Ph.D., I realized I didn't want to work in that field. I was in financial ruin until I found the right job for me.

London startup
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Innovative electronic music producer CHYL is operating at full speed

CHYL transitioned from Wall Street to pursuing her passion for speed house music, finding fulfillment outside a traditional job.
fromPhys
3 weeks ago
Skiing

People who swap mundane jobs for meaningful careers still have it tough, study indicates

fromEater
2 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

I Left My Job in Food Media to Bake at an Alaskan Wilderness Lodge

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

After I got my Ph.D., I realized I didn't want to work in that field. I was in financial ruin until I found the right job for me.

NYC LGBT
fromAnOther
1 week ago

How Ethan James Green Turned His Chinatown Studio Into an Art Gallery

Daniel Green transitioned from a model to a celebrated photographer and gallery owner after facing significant career challenges.
fromsportslens.com
1 week ago

MLS Stats: Who Is The Oldest Goalscorer In MLS History?

David Beckham's joining MLS in 2007 at 32 sparked a trend for soccer stars to finish their careers in the U.S., given its attractive lifestyle and improving league quality.
Major League Baseball
#job-market
Tech industry
fromDigiday
2 months ago

From code to the cockpit: Big Tech expats chart bold new career paths

Laid-off Big Tech professionals are finding high demand for their skills in non-tech industries.
AI is reshaping the job landscape rather than eliminating tech jobs entirely.
Tech industry
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Bargain of Working Hard and Getting a Job Just Doesn't Hold Anymore

The job market has become extremely challenging for software engineers, with many struggling to secure interviews or employment.
fromMedium
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Eight Months After the Layoff: Tom's Journey to Becoming a Data Engineer

Tech industry
fromDigiday
2 months ago

From code to the cockpit: Big Tech expats chart bold new career paths

Laid-off Big Tech professionals are finding high demand for their skills in non-tech industries.
AI is reshaping the job landscape rather than eliminating tech jobs entirely.
Tech industry
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Bargain of Working Hard and Getting a Job Just Doesn't Hold Anymore

The job market has become extremely challenging for software engineers, with many struggling to secure interviews or employment.
fromMedium
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Eight Months After the Layoff: Tom's Journey to Becoming a Data Engineer

#comedy
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Arts

Ego Nwodim talks Poker Face and how to get an SNL crowd to swear in unison

Ego Nwodim transitioned from studying biology to becoming a star on Saturday Night Live, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of career paths.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Parenting

How a British Dad Made Comedy Gold Imagining Two Toddlers Chatting

George Lewis successfully transitioned from a struggling comic to a celebrated parenting comedian by sharing relatable experiences from his life as a dad.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Ego Nwodim talks Poker Face and how to get an SNL crowd to swear in unison

Ego Nwodim transitioned from studying biology to becoming a star on Saturday Night Live, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of career paths.
Parenting
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How a British Dad Made Comedy Gold Imagining Two Toddlers Chatting

George Lewis successfully transitioned from a struggling comic to a celebrated parenting comedian by sharing relatable experiences from his life as a dad.
Roam Research
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Marine vet's future was a puzzle. Then he found archaeology. - Harvard Gazette

Shane Rice's transition from military to academia was inspired by a Gen Ed course on archaeology.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I was an HR manager at Meta who helped guide the layoff process. Then they cut my role too - here's what being laid off taught me.

“Despite being a high performer, I was laid off... I had received great ratings, good relationships, and was acknowledged for exceeding expectations.”
Retirement
#networking
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

4 resume tweaks that helped a teacher with no tech background land a job at Google

Keith Anderson successfully transitioned from teaching to Big Tech by strategically revamping his résumé to align with tech hiring practices.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Apartment Hunting With Timothee Chalamet's Mother

Nicole Flender, Timothée Chalamet's mother, successfully transitioned from dance teacher to real estate agent, leveraging her impressive network.
Growth hacking
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was in my 30s with no financial safety net, so I pivoted my career. I landed my first tech job at Google and tripled my salary.

Transitioning from nonprofit to private sector can lead to significant financial improvement.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Relationships

I'm a former Google exec who's manipulated people to get what I want. When done right, it's an essential career skill.

Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

4 resume tweaks that helped a teacher with no tech background land a job at Google

Keith Anderson successfully transitioned from teaching to Big Tech by strategically revamping his résumé to align with tech hiring practices.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Apartment Hunting With Timothee Chalamet's Mother

Nicole Flender, Timothée Chalamet's mother, successfully transitioned from dance teacher to real estate agent, leveraging her impressive network.
Growth hacking
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was in my 30s with no financial safety net, so I pivoted my career. I landed my first tech job at Google and tripled my salary.

Transitioning from nonprofit to private sector can lead to significant financial improvement.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Relationships

I'm a former Google exec who's manipulated people to get what I want. When done right, it's an essential career skill.

#real-estate
#womens-football
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

I'm a Tenured Professor. What I've Seen Over the Years Has Led Me to a Secret Plan.

Before you go, could you use your tenured position to advocate for others at the institution who have less power? Graduate students organizing a union could always use more support from faculty.
Remote teams
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Reconnecting with Europe: Why LAFC coach Steve Cherundolo is stepping down

Cherundolo explained, "I just feel like the next step, reconnecting with the European game and coaching in Europe, is something that I would like to do."
LA Dodgers
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Kapor Capital's managing partner Ulili Onovakpuri is leaving the firm | TechCrunch

Onovakpuri noted that she co-raised a $126 million fund and backed over 70 companies during her time at Kapor Capital, stating, 'I'll truly miss it.'
NYC startup
#football
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Hale can 'handle' any 'grief' over switch to Northern Ireland

Ronan Hale embraces his decision to play for Northern Ireland, prepared to face criticism and excited about his international football journey.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Hale can 'handle' any 'grief' over switch to Northern Ireland

Ronan Hale embraces his decision to play for Northern Ireland, prepared to face criticism and excited about his international football journey.
fromDefector
1 month ago

An Interview With A Fired Science For Development Fellow At USAID | Defector

"I felt like I finally made it," Burnett said, reflecting on her career trajectory and excitement about finally reaching a milestone after 13 years of hard work.
SF politics
US news
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Talking to Jen Psaki about her new MSNBC prime-time show - Poynter

Former White House press secretaries often transition smoothly to television roles due to their communication skills and understanding of government.
#baseball
New York Mets
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Anthony Gose hoping to catch on with Mets after switch from outfield to mound

Joey Gallo transitions from hitting to pitching; Anthony Gose aims to extend career as a lefty reliever after struggles in hitting.
Major League Baseball
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ex-Yankee Joey Gallo shows off video of first bullpen as he attempts to make comeback as pitcher

Joey Gallo is transitioning from outfield to pitching, signifying a significant shift in his baseball career after struggles as a hitter.
New York Mets
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Anthony Gose hoping to catch on with Mets after switch from outfield to mound

Joey Gallo transitions from hitting to pitching; Anthony Gose aims to extend career as a lefty reliever after struggles in hitting.
Major League Baseball
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ex-Yankee Joey Gallo shows off video of first bullpen as he attempts to make comeback as pitcher

Joey Gallo is transitioning from outfield to pitching, signifying a significant shift in his baseball career after struggles as a hitter.
#nfl
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
New York Giants

Exclusive | Evan Neal is getting a new position - and one final shot to salvage his Giants career

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
New York Giants

Exclusive | Evan Neal is getting a new position - and one final shot to salvage his Giants career

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Exclusive: Fox & Friends Icon Steve Doocy On Why He's Moving to a New Role

After nearly 30 years of early mornings, Steve Doocy is transitioning to a new role at Fox & Friends, focused more on remote assignments and less on studio routine.
US news
#tech-industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Women in technology

I quit Google after 23 years of watching it go from scrappy startup to global power. 4 questions helped me decide it was time to go.

Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I quit Google after 23 years of watching it go from scrappy startup to global power. 4 questions helped me decide it was time to go.

Alana Karen's Q&A system was pivotal in her decision to leave Google after 20 years.
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
1 month ago

Productivity Lessons in Moving from Big Tech to Scaling a Startup

Transitioning from a corporate environment to a startup reignited my passion for tech.
#legal-careers
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Empowering Lawyers Beyond Legal Roles: A Conversation With Neil Handwerker And Kimberly Fine - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Empowering Lawyers Beyond Legal Roles: A Conversation With Neil Handwerker And Kimberly Fine - Above the Law

#film-industry
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Steelers release Watts after career-ending injury

Watts' injury, sustained in the final preseason game, was initially diagnosed as a stinger but later led to the decision to discontinue his football career.
Pittsburgh Steelers
fromClickUp
1 month ago

IT Career Path: How to Build a Successful Tech Career?

IT career paths offer diverse opportunities with high job growth and competitive salaries, making it an exciting choice for job seekers in today’s market.
Software development
fromVulture
1 month ago

Etoile Season-Finale Recap: Rekindled Flames

Jack's decision to consider Cheyenne for the artistic director position seemed supportive, but it ultimately served as a personal vendetta against her for past grievances.
Arts
fromWho What Wear
1 month ago

There's Nothing Stopping Ballerina Alicia Mae Holloway From Soaring to New Heights

Alicia Mae Holloway embodies the evolution of modern dance artists, seamlessly blending her passions for ballet, modeling, acting, and content creation into a multifaceted career.
Women in technology
#luka-modric
Real Madrid
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Luka Modric net worth revealed ahead of Championship club takeover

Luka Modric's investment in Swansea City reflects his continued commitment to football and his strategic interests post-playing career.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Meet HackerNoon Top Writer: Leon Adato - Discussing Transition to Tech, Writing, And Overall Journey | HackerNoon

I was able to take complex technical concepts and make them understandable, relatable, and even funny.
Graphic design
#federal-employment
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
SF politics

I was fired by DOGE after I moved across the country for a job with the VA. I've been laid off before, and it was nothing like this.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
SF politics

I took the federal buyout and will still collect my 6-figure salary through September. As I entered my last week of work, I felt thankful.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
SF politics

I was fired by DOGE after I moved across the country for a job with the VA. I've been laid off before, and it was nothing like this.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
SF politics

I took the federal buyout and will still collect my 6-figure salary through September. As I entered my last week of work, I felt thankful.

fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Paige DeSorbo of Summer House' Adds Author to Her Resume With How to Giggle'

Instead, she persuaded her parents to foot six months of rent in New York City so that she could try to find something better. She took a job as an executive assistant at ABC before landing a role on Summer House, a Bravo reality show that follows young New Yorkers as they spend debaucherous summer weekends at a shared house in the Hamptons.
NYC real estate
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 months ago

Covenants, CTV, And Making Things Easier For Developers

After a few years of learning more deeply about Bitcoin, Stu hit a period of frenzy and quit his job at the peak of the 2021 bull market to look for opportunities to work in the Bitcoin space.
Cryptocurrency
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Konstantin Nikolaev: Three Decades in Transportation Before Transitioning to Winemaking

Konstantin Nikolaev's estate in Italy symbolizes his transition from a logistics expert to passionate winemaker, reflecting personal passion and lifestyle changes.
Startup companies
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My boss treats me like a lazy teenager. How can I set some boundaries? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

The work culture created by my manager makes me feel infantilized and suffocated, ultimately draining my energy and sense of self.
Mental health
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was a stay-at-home mom for 10 years, working low-paid odd jobs. One conversation led to a role that doubled my salary.

Amy Quindt transitioned from a stay-at-home mom to a successful sales associate at AT&T after encouragement from an in-home sales rep.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How Motorway plans to shake up the car marketplace sector

Naomi Walkland transitioned from marketing in dating apps to leading a car marketplace, driven by industry potential and opportunity for disruption.
fromLogRocket Blog
2 months ago

Leader Spotlight: How improv comedy influences product management, with Kevin Erdner - LogRocket Blog

Improv comedy taught me valuable lessons about product management, including adopting a "yes, and" culture and the importance of starting with small ideas.
Humor
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Adjusting your leadership style at a new employer

I'm a person who just wants to get stuff done. I'm working on being more patient and flexible. I have to force myself to slow down and realize that I don't have to have an answer today.
Remote teams
LA Kings
fromcyclingnews.com
2 months ago

'I'm no Tadej, I'm just a good cyclist' - Victor Campenaerts discusses his radical change of Tour de France ambitions with Visma-Lease a Bike

Victor Campenaerts' emotional victory at the Tour de France stage 18 is remembered more for his heartfelt response than the win itself.
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