On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince talks with Tony Tenaglia —a quality manager in aerospace manufacturing, entrepreneur, yoga, teacher, and host of the Work Sucks But I Like It podcast—about redefining work, money, success, and burnout through the lens of worth . Tony shares his career rollercoaster (being fired, dropping out of grad school, chasing money, taking pay cuts for opportunity) and argues there’s nothing wrong with a 9-to-5, which can build skills and structure, without the pressures of entrepreneurship. They push back on the social-media narrative of delaying life until retirement, emphasize identity beyond job titles, and discuss mindset, appreciation, and practical tools that support resilience. For more, check out WorkSucksButILikeIt.com, where you can find Tony’s podcast, and other resources including his free flow-channel quiz, and book, The Impression of a Good Life.
Key Topics:
01:35 Tony’s Value Journey
03:33 Aerospace and Many Hats
04:07 Cashflow Quadrant Explained
05:53 Why a 9 to 5 Works
08:45 Retirement Myth and Real Life
17:43 Identity Beyond Your Job
18:32 Work Defined Like Physics
22:27 Appreciation and Human Culture
25:03 Mindset Meets Money Skills
34:27 Flow State Framework
38:06 Podcast Quiz and Books
41:09 Consistency and Closing
Key Links:
https://worksucksbutilikeit.com/
Anthony Tenaglier (@tenaglier) · Instagram
Work Sucks, But I Like It - YouTube
Contact the Host - vince@thecfoathome.com
