Okay, maybe not "new," but a clear alternative to the money-chasing.
Most people would jump at the chance to go where the money is -- I've been there. I worked for a mortgage company where I knew people that made an absurd amount of money. I wouldn't say that most of them possessed any kind of magical powers, they just sacrificed...a lot. It was to the similar fall-off-the-face-of-the-earth effect that happens when people have babies. But in reality, they were just feeding their wallets.
I left in pursuit of more manageable and relevant affairs, and haven't regretted a day since. I realized that my time and freedom is priceless! I would rather work less hours in the day for the same amount of money instead of chasing a fat raise. This is why so many people are drawn to freelance careers.
Just because your day is shorter than most doesn't mean it has to be less profitable. I Stumbled Upon an article that discusses how successful people channel their focus into a shorter day (link below).
Why Successful People Leave Work Early
When I thought about how I function, I really couldn't agree more. The first four hours of the day are when the real work gets done, the rest just seems to drag on into eternity. So I'm going to challenge myself -- and you -- to try it out. See just how much you can accomplish in short, concentrated bursts.
I sure wouldn't hate a shorter work day!
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