Ep100: I Quit My $200,000 9-5 Corporate Job after Learning THIS.
In this episode, Mei Phing shares her decision to quit her high-paying corporate job after receiving a text message about her mother’s cancer relapse and how this personal event eventually led her to become a career coach.
Key Highlights
[0:00] 🎬 Mei Phing quits her corporate job after receiving a text message about her mother’s cancer relapse.
[1:40] 🏢 Mei Phing reflects on her successful career, managing a multimillion-dollar portfolio at a global bank.
[3:26] 🌟 Mei Phing shares her close relationship with their mother and the support she provided throughout their career.
[5:08] 💔 The devastating news of her mother’s relapse prompts Mei Phing to prioritize family and quit her job.
[9:45] 💰 The importance of saving money and living a simple life allows Mei Phing to spend quality time with her mother.
[12:15] 📚 The accidental career coaching journey begins as people seek advice from Mei Phing's corporate experiences.
[15:30] ❤️ The message to always choose love and prioritize family over material possessions is emphasized.
Key Insights
💡 The story highlights the importance of family and the need to prioritize loved ones, even over successful careers and financial stability.
💡 Personal finances play a crucial role in making important life decisions, as having savings and managing expenses provide the flexibility to choose what matters most.
💡 The unexpected role of becoming a career coach during a challenging time showcases how valuable personal experiences can be in helping others navigate their professional journeys.
💡 Mei Phing's minimalist lifestyle and financial discipline enable them to focus on what truly matters and be present for their family.
💡 The story emphasizes the irreplaceable value of time spent with loved ones and the regret that can come from missing important moments.
💡 Mei Phing's experience shows the need to balance career aspirations with personal priorities and the potential for a fulfilling career outside of the corporate world.
💡 Choosing love and prioritizing family ultimately leads to a decision that brings deep fulfillment and a life without regrets.
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