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Essay / California, New York & Egypt

Two Years Bold: From Exit to Encore

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A MOMENT TO CONSIDER

Two years after his last scrum meeting at OpenText, Kefei reflects on replacing the structure of engineering leadership with writing, mentorship, and a more deliberate relationship with himself. The unfamiliar stillness after work becomes part of that transition.

His cross-country move and Egypt journey help him interpret the change, while walks, Pilates, and protected pauses support it. The anniversary essay presents an encore life as something built through both curiosity and care.

A reading note on the published post. The complete piece, photographs, and conversation are on Koffeemocha.

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TAKE IT WITH YOU

What structure would help you make room for a purpose beyond your familiar role?

A question to carry into your day, or your next conversation over coffee.

Published Apr 30, 2025. Reading time estimated at 220 words per minute.
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