B. Dare to blaze an unconventional trail: Six years passed. I was fortunate to have worked with very capable teams and truly exceptional managers. I had built a reliable ecosystem of mentors, well-wishers and friends; however, as my bank account swelled, my heart felt empty and to overcome that feeling of emptiness, I asked myself, “Who am I?” As I... See more

This bold move required risk, faith, and a significant reduction in salary, but it also put him on the right path for the remainder of his career. While he’s not making as much money as he used to, he has renewed his professional vitality.