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A Vision for Early Retirement

From the age of 17, Robinson knew he wanted to retire early, perhaps by 45. This goal was sparked by his observations as a teenager; he didn’t see many people content with their work lives. «In my mind, I always thought that it made the most sense to compress that amount of time in my life,» Robinson shared in an interview with CNBC Make It. His focus on retiring early took root during his teenage years and, remarkably, he achieved this goal six years earlier than planned.

Robinson’s humble beginnings played a crucial role in shaping his approach to saving and investing. Growing up in a poor family, he started working at 14 to support himself, taking on jobs such as a church janitor. By the time he reached college, Robinson was working full-time while studying computer engineering at Tennessee Tech University. His career in tech began in the energy sector before he pivoted to software development, where his expertise and work ethic eventually led him to top companies in the tech industry.

Climbing the Career Ladder, Maintaining Frugality

Despite earning a lucrative salary in the tech world, Robinson remained committed to saving. Over the years, his pay grew from $41,000 a year to over $1 million annually. Yet, rather than splurging on luxuries, Robinson focused on increasing