Why I walked away from my 19 year career in the middle of a recession

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The video leverages a high-stakes, relatable personal story about work-life balance and escaping corporate burnout to build trust before subtly introducing her current business success.

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The creator explains her decision to leave a 19-year federal career to prioritize her family and mental health. She now runs three businesses in the digital and life insurance space, allowing her to work fewer hours while maintaining a better quality of life.

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Why I walked away from my 19 year career with the fed gov during a recession! You might think I’m crazy! But my husband, autistic child, older kids and grandchildren are way happier. I run three businesses now, LITERALLY JUST A FEW HOURS A DAY! So that I can be present for my family. My mental health is better. My stress level is down and I actually love my life more than I did before. #group7 #support #supportcreators