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In this episode of Money Talk, I sit down with Warren Miles-Pickup to discuss one of the most important (and often tricky) topics in personal finance—work-life balance. Warren shares his journey from a high-stress finance career to entrepreneurship, all in pursuit of a more balanced and fulfilling life. We dive into the warning signs of burnout, how to set healthy boundaries at work, and the surprising financial parallels between balancing your time and managing your money. Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned professional, this conversation is packed with insights to help you rethink how you approach work and life.

The Money Talking Points for this episode are

1. How is your work-life balance?
2. How can you have a better work-life balance?
3. What does work-life balance mean to you?

⏳ Key Takeaways & Time Stamps

[00:01:00] – Introduction: Why work-life balance matters

[00:02:30] – Warren’s story: Leaving finance to reclaim his time

[00:05:00] – The burnout warning signs to watch for

[00:09:00] – Why young professionals feel pressured to overwork

[00:12:00] – The myth of the hustle culture on social media

[00:16:30] – Practical ways to set work-life boundaries

[00:18:00] – The power of saying “No” (and how to do it well)

[00:21:00] – Signs that your work-life balance is slipping

[00:25:00] – Why personal passions make you better at work

[00:27:00] – The importance of taking PTO and truly unplugging

[00:30:00] – Warren’s biggest lesson: Work-life balance is a pendulum

📌 Links & Resources

Connect with Warren Miles-Pickup on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warren-miles-pickup-8a248113/

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