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Kelsey Hightower - On retiring as Distinguished Engineer from Google at 42 (Part 2)
Aug 3, 2023
Former Google Distinguished Engineer, Kelsey Hightower, discusses financial planning for early retirement at 42, advising startups, turning down Microsoft, and meeting Satya Nadella. He reflects on valuing time, shifting priorities, overcoming ego, and career impact.
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- Early retirement at 42 enabled by strategic financial planning and turning down lucrative job offers.
- Questioning traditional notions of meaning and purpose in retirement; emphasizes self-discovery in intentional living.
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Financial Planning for Early Retirement
Early retirement at 42 was enabled by strategic financial planning for Kao Si. He walked away from a substantial offer from Microsoft to retire. This decision was driven by his desire for freedom from artificial deadlines and the corporate grind. By carefully managing his finances and investments, he reached a point where he could retire and focus on personal priorities.
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