Fred H Cho

Fred H Cho

Since quitting my full-time job, I’ve built a travel optometry career serving remote communities across Canada. I also write and speak about professionals finding more happiness in work & life.
30
Nov
What Would You Do With a Whole Month Off?

What Would You Do With a Whole Month Off?

For most of my career, I worked 6 days/week. Days blurred into weeks, and weeks into years, as I
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23
Nov
When Worry Doesn't Help... Let Go of the "Rock"

When Worry Doesn't Help... Let Go of the "Rock"

A month ago, our three-month-old baby came down with the flu. She had nasal congestion, and we could hear it
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16
Nov
The Power of Five Minutes

The Power of Five Minutes

Think of the last time you were doom-scrolling — an hour gone in the blink of an eye. Yet one minute
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09
Nov
The Longer You Stay on the Wrong Train, the More Expensive It Is to Get Back Home

The Longer You Stay on the Wrong Train, the More Expensive It Is to Get Back Home

I stayed on the wrong train (the “traditional path”) for nearly ten years. The result? Burnout and lost time. It&
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02
Nov
From Burnout to Clarity: Dr. Hewitt’s Journey to Mental Health Advocacy

From Burnout to Clarity: Dr. Hewitt’s Journey to Mental Health Advocacy

Dr. Britney Hewitt is a colleague & classmate from optometry school. But she's more than just an optometrist—
3 min read
26
Oct
"If You Don’t Like the Weather, Just Wait 15 Minutes"

"If You Don’t Like the Weather, Just Wait 15 Minutes"

A few months ago, I was having lunch in Newfoundland, enjoying one of the best lobster rolls I’ve ever
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19
Oct
The Marine Corps' 70% Rule

The Marine Corps' 70% Rule

The Marine Corps has a decision-making tool called 70% rule: If you have ~70% of the information or resources you
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12
Oct
Bears, Glasses, and the Heart of Rural Optometry

Bears, Glasses, and the Heart of Rural Optometry

Every time I travel for work, I think I’ve seen it all. But Newfoundland always surprises me. As a
3 min read
05
Oct
How a Silent Cello Inspired an Optometrist to Start a 3D Printing Business

How a Silent Cello Inspired an Optometrist to Start a 3D Printing Business

Dr. Vince Gao, a practicing optometrist, wasn’t trying to build a business. He just wanted to fix something. His
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28
Sep
Design Your Ideal Day

Design Your Ideal Day

When we imagine living our best life, we often picture big and exciting things: * Family Disney cruise * Living abroad for
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