Why I Left My Well-Paying Reputable Corporate Job

This is an overdue update—I quit my corporate job 3 months ago. My decision to leave came as a surprise to many. After all, my work was well-appreciated and valued. Someone asked me what I would miss most about leaving my job at one of the farewell parties. I said, the people and connections of … Continue reading Why I Left My Well-Paying Reputable Corporate Job →

On 35th Anniversary of Arriving in the US

July 2nd, 2025 marked exactly 35 years since I landed in San Francisco airport and embarked on my life journey in the US. Back then I was a fresh high school graduate. These 35 years represent my entire adult life to-date—from attending college, getting married, to family and career. It is these years in the … Continue reading On 35th Anniversary of Arriving in the US →

My Uncle’s Advice

When I came to the US 35 years ago, China had just begun to get out of poverty. What might be considered "middle class" was still very modest living standards. My parents pulled all their savings, and then borrowed some to buy a one-way airplane ticket, and to pack everything they could afford into 2 … Continue reading My Uncle’s Advice →