The Economic Times

Microsoft director took a voluntary exit offer in July. Now, he is a construction worker, plumber. What prompted a career change?

After nearly 26 years at Microsoft, former director Shawn Mrzena retired in July and explored hands-on work, including construction, plumbing and fly fishing. He described the past 90 days as a chance to rediscover life beyond corporate work. Mrzena plans six months of family adventures before deciding whether to pursue a new career, trade or business in 2027.