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- aslip6
About to turn 38 this month and living happily in the Midwest. Married for 11 years and have a boy, girl and a dog. Went to art school in the late 90's and have spent the last 15 years proving those who doubted me wrong. Started out of college with an interior design/build group, making restaurant, bar, retail and residential custom interiors and fixtures. Had a blast for a couple years, then went back into graphic design (my degree) and worked my way into branding and advertising. I joined a startup agency in '08 and have since grown the business and worked my way into a director role. Started a real estate investment business in '14 and am now launching another real estate business this month with some partners looking to build up a healthy portfolio within the next 3-5 years. This will allow me a retirement plan where the 9-5 does not. I still enjoy design and the creative process, just not challenging to me as much as it used to be. It's amazing how your interests and motivation can change, just based on life circumstances, pushing your comfort zone and setting/attaining new goals.
I'm bummed to see so many in this thread feeling burned out or depressed. I know when I start feeling that way, it's time to pick up a new interest or challenge myself to do more.
All the best to everyone here :D