Inside Out Money 109. Andrew's Big News - What's next and why it's not early retirement
May 5, 2025
Co-host Andrew shares thrilling news about his bold transition after 25 years in corporate life. He reflects on his journey, from dreams of early financial independence to shifts in priorities shaped by the pandemic. Andrew reveals his plans, which include new corporate roles in Atlanta and expanding his life coaching business. He discusses the toll of excessive travel and the balance between work and life he seeks. Listen as he navigates intriguing paths ahead, rejecting the typical retirement label in favor of work on his own terms.
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Leaving Carter's After 11 Years
- After 11 years at Carter's, Andrew walked out on his last day and is on brief transition call duty.
- He described the moment as strange but optimistic about the future.
Invest The Paydown Difference In Index Funds
- Live below your means and invest the difference into broad index funds.
- Consistent investing, especially in VTSAX, compounded strongly over a decade for Andrew.
Years Of Exhausting International Travel
- Between 2014–2019 Andrew traveled intensely, often 100+ nights a year and 30 countries annually.
- He said the schedule wrecked his sleep, exercise, and family time and left him jet-lagged much of the year.