Dual Remote Six-Figure Jobs: A Journey to Financial Freedom

Introduction

• Speaker: Had two full-time remote six-figure positions simultaneously.
• Achievement: Transformed life; built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio.
• Current Assets: House in TN, three houses in WV, houses/builds in Joshua Tree, new car, pilot's license, airplane.
• Goal: Share story, tips, and lessons learned.

Background

• Location: Bay Area (Software Engineer).
• Job Experience: Worked at major tech companies (Apple, Google, etc.).
• State of Mind: Miserable with life and job.
• Personal Activities: Trips, snowboarding, stand-up comedy.
• Catalyst: Frequent visits to the airport, longing for a different life.

Turning Point

• Decision to Quit: Spontaneously quit the job and moved to LA.
• Remote offer: Former employer offered a remote position with a pay raise.

Life as a Remote Worker

• Initial Remote Work: Travel and leisure; efficient work hours.
• Outsourcing Work: Used Fiverr to delegate tasks; minimized own work hours.
• Financial Realization: Extra time could be used to earn more money.
• Second Job Idea: Concept of holding two remote jobs simultaneously.

Process of Acquiring the Second Job

• Job Search Strategy: Used LinkedIn's Easy Apply and targeted jobs with fewer applicants.
• Job Type: Transitioned from software engineering to roles with flexible schedules (sales engineering/account management).
• Networking: Reached out to industry professionals on LinkedIn for advice.
• Interview Preparation: Gained insights from competitors and successfully secured a high-paying job ($180K).

Managing Two Jobs

• Challenges: Juggled responsibilities, took calls in unconventional places, frequent traveling.
• Mental and Physical Strain: Managed hectic schedule, leading to significant financial savings.
• Critical Moment: Company experienced financial difficulty and offered severance, prompting focus on personal projects.

Investment and Real Estate

• Initial Investment: Collaborated on building a house in Joshua Tree.
• Success: House featured in Dwell magazine, generated significant income.
• Subsequent Projects: Expanded to building more properties, including a tiny home village.

Lessons Learned

• Anyone Can Do It: Hustle and strategic planning can lead to immense financial growth.
• Adapting: Remote job markets are favorable for this strategy.
• Future Plans: Continue to teach financial freedom through personal experiences.

Conclusion

• Encouragement: Urges others to take risks and learn the method.
• Resources: Podcast "How to Quit Your Day Job" for more insights.
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