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Unexpected Reactions to My Early Retirement

Unexpected Reactions to My Early Retirement

Update: 2024-04-21
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Contempt, concern, surprise, envy, admiration, and support; just a few of the reactions Laura received when she announced she was retiring early, closing her biomedical research laboratory, and beginning a new phase of life beyond work. Some reactions were expected and some surprised her. In this episode, Eric and Laura unpack these interactions and chart their next steps as they prepare to leave work and step into early retirement.


Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/unexpected

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Unexpected Reactions to My Early Retirement

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