He chose a work-life balance over salary but his goal of starting a family was still out of reach.
It took him 11 years and multiple strategic career moves, but he finally achieved the work-life balance he'd always wanted.
AdvertisementAfter PwC, he took a position with Walmart's eCommerce division, which offered greater work-life balance but a major salary reduction.
Still, Manalac felt his decision was well worth it because of the drastic improvements in work-life balance.
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