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AAR55 - 5 Years in Engineering: 5 Things I Learned About Building Wealth
In this solo episode, Evan reflects on five years working in engineering (quality → design) and shares the biggest money lessons he’s learned along the way. This isn’t a highlight reel or a sob story—it’s an honest breakdown of what actually changed his financial trajectory, what mistakes he made early, and what he’d do differently if he could start over.
You’ll hear why a steady paycheck can create a false sense of security, how lifestyle creep sneaks in quietly, and why earning more doesn’t automatically build wealth. Evan also shares the moves that mattered most (budgeting, automation…
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