54; executive coach and federal prison consultant; DallasI had a long career with the Department of Justice but longed to own my own business and make my own decisions.
After I retired, my wife and family wanted me to take a predictable, boring agency job. It was a tough time for my wife and me.
She had enjoyed the safety and security of my staff career for 25 years. For me to step out on my own with a very tiny safety net was scary for her.
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