About


Are you a high-achieving professional doing "fine" on paper, but deep down, know something needs to change?

You're in the right place.


I'm Fred, a travel optometrist, podcast host, and speaker on work happiness for professionals.

After facing burnout, I hit a reset and redesigned my life around meaning and freedom. My mission is to help you do the same.


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Core Beliefs Behind Redesign Life

  • Prevent burnout and monotony before they creep in.
  • Career satisfaction and mindful living go hand in hand.
  • One simple idea can transform your life.

💼 Work by Design

Build a career that brings fulfillment, purpose, and freedom.

→ Practical strategies to walk a truly unique path – through job crafting, portfolio career, and launching passion projects.

☀️ Life by Design

Work and life shouldn’t feel like two separate worlds.

→ Insightful ideas to help you integrate the two – so your work enriches your life, and your life fuels your work.


The first step is always the hardest... But you've already taken it!

Let's redesign life – one small step at a time.


Why I quit my job 🙌

Find out how I got started on my journey here.

Catch up on past articles 👉

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