Hypothetical not so hypothetical if you were able to retire at 45 with a great pension and continuing benefits (Canadian Army- so full health care benefits, either as a spouse or veteran), and had the opportunity to do an educational plan afterwards-what would you consider? Horse related or something that translates to horses.
Just looking for those out of the box ideas. I don’t want a regular corporate job if I retire. I will likely retire with my MBA (2 courses from finishing an MBA with a focus on military technology and science), possible an additional military leadership focused masters. My husband will either be in the same boat as I am, or stay in and continue to contribute to his pension as he is the higher earner (we are the same rank, but his job is cooler?).
We have our own farm in Canada, but would not be opposed to moving back down south (did the last 4 years in NC) or snowbirding eventually. We are both eventers, and my dream would be to be stable enough in our income and my pension to pursue something in the horse industry that I have as much as, or more passion then my current job. I LOVE what I do in the army, but my health is suffering because the high levels of stress I get from having 380+ subordinates, working indoors most of the time, and caring WAY too much about everyone else. And I don’t love the politics of higher ranks. I would say, and my mentors agree, that I have an extremely high tolerance for stress, great resiliency and perseverance and an exceptionally good work ethic. I’m also smart enough to know that the upper echelons of the army may not be where I want to spend my 40’s and 50’s.
Have fun with this. If I plan it correctly, I have up to 80k CAD to include expenses during that time, and personally and financially will be in a privileged but not outrageous situation. We have no children, and I have an incredibly supportive spouse who would let me quit tomorrow. I’m personally invested in equine health and well-being and helping people be better horse people, and I love to teach and share knowledge. I also love the idea of breeding, but not committed to that, knowing the heartache of it too.
What educational opportunities out there with horses are actually great
A working student/apprenticeship won’t work unless attached to a program
Thoughts?