On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince talks with Tony Tenaglia ·a quality manager in aerospace manufacturing, entrepreneur, yoga teacher, and host of the Work Sucks But I Like It podcast·about redefining work, money, success, and burnout through the lens of worth . Tony shares his career rollercoaster (being fired, dropping out of grad school, chasing money, taking pay cuts for opportunity) and argues there's nothing wrong with a 9-to-5, which can build skills and structure, without the pressures of entrepreneurship. They push back on the social-media narrative of delaying life until retirement, emphasize identity beyond job titles, and discuss mindset, appreciation, and practical tools that support resilience. For more, check out WorkSucksButILikeIt.com, where you can find Tony's podcast, and other resources including his free flow-channel quiz, and book, The Impression of a Good Life.

Key Topics:

02:35 Tony's Value Journey

04:33 Aerospace and Many Hats

05:07 Cashflow Quadrant Explained

06:53 Why a 9 to 5 Works

09:45 Retirement Myth and Real Life

18:43 Identity Beyond Your Job

19:32 Work Defined Like Physics

23:27 Appreciation and Human Culture

26:03 Mindset Meets Money Skills

35:27 Flow State Framework

39:06 Podcast Quiz and Books

42:09 Consistency and Closing

Key Links:

• https://worksucksbutilikeit.com/

• Anthony Tenaglier (@tenaglier) · Instagram

• Work Sucks, But I Like It - YouTube

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