What's it worth to reclaim your happiness? For Rudy, it meant leaving behind a prestigious tech career and the only country he'd ever called home.

Tech burnout has reached crisis levels, with nearly 60% of workers reporting feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities beyond their capacity. Behind these statistics are real people trapped in unsustainable cycles of overwork. Rudy shares his personal experience of working seven days a week, often 15 hours daily, for years while watching his joy and personality outside work slowly disappear. The turning point came through a simple question: "Why am I living in a state where I am always tired, always unhappy, not seeing my friends, not spending enough time with my family?"

We explore how unrealistic expectations flow downward through organizations, with inexperienced managers setting impossible goals that burden their teams. This toxic environment extends beyond tech, reflecting broader American workplace culture where stated values about work-life balance often conflict with the actual treatment of employees. The contrast with Portuguese workplace culture couldn't be more striking.

After moving to Portugal, Rudy discovered something transformative – a culture that genuinely values human connection and family life. From strangers extending unexpected trust to simple everyday kindnesses, these experiences have allowed him to rebuild his relationship with work while being fully present for his family. Despite challenges like missing friends back home and learning a new language, he calls the move "the best decision I've made as an adult."

His journey has come full circle as he now uses his tech skills to help others escape burnout through Ask Rudy, an affordable AI tool guiding potential expats through the relocation process. Whether you're contemplating a similar change or simply curious about different approaches to life and work, this conversation offers both practical insights and profound inspiration.

Have you ever wondered what life might look like beyond burnout? Listen now and discover how one decision can transform everything.

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Website: https://askrudy.ai/

Email: justaskrudy@gmail.com

WhatsApp: +1 646 494 5596

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