What does it really take to walk away from a six-figure corporate career… at the peak of your professional game?
Today’s guest did just that. He’s a digital marketing veteran turned financial rebel, founder of the Retire by 50 Platform… and he’s got a secret backup plan involving Cambodia.
But his journey isn’t just about money. It’s about timing, mindset, and making a leap when the stakes are high — in your 40s, with responsibilities, and without a guaranteed safety net.
We dive into:
🔸 The real reason he left — it wasn’t just burnout.
🔸 How he structured his finances, insurance, and investments before quitting
🔸 A surprising property move in Cambodia — what was the thinking? Was it worth it?
🔸 And the one thing most people don’t consider when planning a career break: *what you’ll actually do with your time
Chris shares the emotional, financial, and practical layers of stepping off the treadmill — and why, for many, the 40s might be the last best chance to try something different.
Tune in to hear a story that’s less about retiring early — and more about designing a life that actually feels like yours
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