Somewhere...something went terribly wrong For the past 8 years I have lived in a state of illusion thinking that higher education and corporate success is the key to a blissful life. To some, that might be the case. To me, following the predictable path hasn’t gotten me any closer to happiness. The golden handcuffs impaired my ability to take risks and it has adversely impacted my personal and professional life. I think it’s time for change!
Change came in a big way last week. Get ready, brace yourself, here it comes…I quit my big bad insurance job. Some might call it impulsive, risky or simply stupid. I call it a calculated risk that will put my life back on track. I’m sure you have many questions. Yes, my wife supports my decision. No, we don’t have outside financial support. Yes, we have savings. No, we don’t have debt, kids or a mortgage. In our opinion, we have a short window of opportunity before we have these things and we’re going to make the most of this time.
So, what's my plan? Simply stated, happiness! I have an amazing wife, a great family and great friends. There is one piece of the puzzle missing and I’m setting sail to find it. My immediate goal is to pursue a job in the craft beer industry and I have already started the search. I plan to use BsBB as a diary to document my pursuit of a job in the craft beer industry. I hope you find my posts interesting and motivational to pursue your dreams and passions. As for long term goals, you’ll have to stay tuned. I need a little time to get them off the ground.
I don’t expect everyone to agree with my decision, especially in these tough economic times. I’m ok with that but I still want to hear your thoughts and opinions. And, of course, if you have any job leads in the craft beer industry, please let me know. Prost!
9 comments:
I think it's awesome! Get out there and do what you want!
Good for you. It is a bold move. Good choice to do it now before life gets you in a headlock. Best of Luck. Bethany
Good job! Life's too short to be stuck doing stuff that you hate. Nothing worse than looking back and regretting what you did -- or did not -- do.
Thanks for the support everyone. I anticipate a bumpy road but hopefully it will be enjoyable.
I was scared at first but the support has been amazing. I haven't had one person tell me that I'm crazy :)
That's great! Sounds like a good bet.
Hey, even if it doesn't work out, you won't be down on yourself for the rest of your life for not trying!
Best of luck to you!
I've already inspired someone else to make change. My co-worker just came to my desk and told me her and her husband put their house on the market last night. They are packing up their belongings and son and moving back to India after 10 years.
WOW! I wish I could do that. Good luck!
Uhmmmm.....this is awesome. I wish I could follow in your footsteps. In a round about way, I am. I give you props, and wish you all the luck in the world.
My dream, and plan, is to do the same thing in the next 3 to 5 years. I have been "the man", and now I work for "the man". Trust me when I say, it is better being "the man", and self fullfilment and happiness is so much better than a constant paycheck every week. Good for you. I am cheering you on!
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