In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge sits down with Alex Kantrowitz, Founder/CEO of Big Technology to discuss many different topics affecting tech workers, such as whether mass layoffs in tech are finally done, the likelihood that AI actually replaces knowledge workers, as well as Alex’s own journey from working in tech to reporting on it.

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Resources:

Service Now's People Pact

AI Is Starting to Threaten White-Collar Jobs. Few Industries Are Immune.

Employers Train Employees to Close the AI Skills Gap

Connect with Alex:

Big Technology Podcast

Big Technology Newsletter

LinkedIn: Alex Kantrowitz

@Kantrowitz

Connect with Malcolm:

The Tech Money Podcast

LinkedIn: Malcolm Ethridge

MalcolmOnMoney Newsletter

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@MalcolmOnMoney

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Capital Area Tax Consultants - www.capgllc.com

Capital Area Tax Consultants: www.capgllc.com

Capital Area Tax Consultants - www.capgllc.com

In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge shares the reasons why he believes it’s (almost) always a good idea to take your 401(k) with you whenever you change jobs or retire. He also shares some of the potential pitfalls to be aware of, as well as some helpful insights about a little known option available to those who own substantial shares of their company’s stock inside the plan.

Resources:

• Changing Jobs? You May Want to Take Your 401(k) With You
• Own Company Stock Inside Your 401(k)? Here’s Something to Be Aware Of
• How to Avoid an IRA Rollover Mistake

Malcolm Ethridge Discusses:

• Why he believes you should always take your 401(k) with you when you change jobs (with one exception)
• The difference between a direct vs an indirect rollover
• Something to consider if you own company stock inside your 401(k)
• What can happen to the after-tax money you’ve contributed to your plan if you’re not careful.

Connect with Malcolm:

• The Tech Money Podcast
• LinkedIn: Malcolm Ethridge
• Connect with Malcolm
• @MalcolmOnMoney

Mentioned in this episode:

Capital Area Tax Consultants - www.capgllc.com

Capital Area Tax Consultants - www.capgllc.com

In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge discusses the phenomenon of frugality inertia, and why it keeps retirees from being able to enjoy their retirement. He shares his insights on how it can help to reframe your focus and spend that retirement nest egg on things that will enhance your quality of life, ultimately leading to a happier and healthier version of yourself.

Malcolm Ethridge Discusses:

• The common causes of frugality inertia
• The high class problem of having to invent new ways to spend your money
• The importance of balancing your desire to preserve your savings with enjoying your retirement
• What steps retirees can take to help themselves feel comfortable spending money

Connect with Malcolm:

• The Tech Money Podcast
• LinkedIn: Malcolm Ethridge
• Connect with Malcolm
• @MalcolmOnMoney

Mentioned in this episode:

Capital Area Tax Consultants - www.capgllc.com

Capital Area Tax Consultants - www.capgllc.com