Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship 1764: How I Prepared to Quit My 9-5 to Do What I Love and Travel the World (Whenever I Want) by Sarah Peterson
Jul 30, 2025
A journey from a minimum wage job to financial freedom is revealed, as a speaker shares how they escaped the 9-to-5 grind. Key steps for leaving a traditional job include debt elimination and income diversification. Discover how pursuing your passions can empower career independence, thanks to opportunities the internet provides. The story emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts and practical planning in achieving a life of travel and fulfillment.
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Sarah's Journey to Career Freedom
- Sarah Peterson started working full-time while in college, making $12 an hour and living paycheck to paycheck.
- By age 26, she quit a lucrative job to travel and pursue meaningful work she loves.
Start Building Side Income
- Ramp up side income as a practical way to gain financial and career freedom.
- Find one thing you can do to earn $100 now, and replicate that to grow income.
Control Your Spending
- Hold on to more of your money by spending less, even if earning more.
- Cut back on dining out, negotiate bills, and increase your savings rate.