I make $140,000 working in plumbing. The trades allow me to support my family in an expensive city.

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Joseph Ahrens is a plumbing superintendent.

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3 big mistakes employees make with their benefits, from an HR professional with 20 years of experience

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Jamie Jackson is an HR expert and podcaster.

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I left Denver for island life in Honduras. My lifestyle has completely changed, but I love it here.

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Sarah Johnson Harmacek has lived in Roatán, Honduras, since 2023.

Manuel Chinchilla

Google hired me as a UX engineer without a college degree. I pushed past imposter syndrome to land the job.

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Edwin Toh was a UX engineer at Google for six years.

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I moved to Finland for 90 days and fell in love with the culture and lifestyle. Now, I'm raising my daughters here.

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Andro Lindsay and his daughters.

Andro Lindsay

Emotional control is my secret to a successful business. Here's how I overcome 6 common disappointments.

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Susie Moore is a former sales director and current life coach.

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I gave more attention to my demanding job than to raising my 4 kids. I'm heartbroken over what it cost me.

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Abigail DeGuzman (not pictured) prioritized her demanding job over being present for her children. Now, she's making up for lost time.

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I'm not paying for my kids' college tuition unless they want to be doctors or lawyers. Money isn't the issue — the ROI has to be worth it.

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Bobby Kittleberger and his wife.

Bobby Kittleberger

I quit my job and moved in with my aunt. I make a third of my old salary, but I have peace and can save for retirement.

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Ashley Couto quit a 6-figure job and gave up her dream apartment. She moved in with her aunt to save money and has better work-life balance.

Kayla Mendez

I got laid off at 65 and couldn't afford my Bay Area mortgage. Now, I work for myself while traveling the world.

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Tony Woodall in Munich.

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