You may or may not have heard of Kevin Williams. As an executive and president of some of America’s most respected companies, Kevin’s work in innovation is legendary in many highly tech arenas. His innovations range from pioneering the first actionable knowledge and expertise models to an infinitely redundant computer that has almost unlimited failovers. While these technologies are difficult to understand, that was the world where Kevin lived. Kevin has been involved in the film industry and special effects to boot. In short, Kevin Williams is someone that was always in demand and on the leading edge of anything he directed.

When Kevin announced his resignation from a multi-million dollar a year job last year at the age of forty-seven, many were in utter disbelief and shock. Many wondered of something was physically wrong or he was in trouble in some way. Luckily, neither was the case. Kevin counts himself among an increasing number of highly-skilled and paid professionals and others who have decided to “check out of the game” for a simpler and more satisfying life.

In a recent interview, Kevin explained his decision. “I was recently talking to some college students who asked me advice on ‘making it’ in the world today. I asked them where they expected to see themselves in ten years. Almost all of them said they saw themselves in lucrative jobs and with a nice house in the suburbs or a larger city and about half would be starting a family. I then asked how they expected to retire. Almost unanimously they indicated that they wanted a cozy small home, a nice car and time to travel and enjoy life and family. I finally asked why they would not go straight for retirement, skip the big house and hassles of a high-pressure job and simply live longer and happier lives from the onset. They answered ‘because that is not the way we do it in America!’”

The New American Reassessment

Many Americans are reexamining their lives critically. Over 50% of American workers report that they “hate” their jobs. Government and finance corruption has impacted the masses. Job losses are mounting. The government has lost the trust of the public. More and more, Americans are catching on and are checking out.

Kevin decided to pursue a career as a fine art nautical photographer and opened an online gallery called New England Lightworks (http://NewEnglandLightworks.com). “While I enjoyed my job, it also consumed my life,” he noted. “New England Lightworks allowed me to pursue my passions and has been a remarkable success both professionally and personally. What is more important is that I now have time to live and enjoy life.” Kevin now sells his limited edition works to collectors throughout the world.

Kevin is among millions of individuals that are discovering gold in their passions. They are also discovering that being in charge of their own future is both challenging and liberating. Attitudes are changing in terms of greater independence, finance, investment and the quality of life. Gardening is up over 300%. Self employment in cottage industries is up over 700%. Highly paid talent are finding solace in a greater quality of life and having the time to experience more that life has to offer without the associated stress.

At first glance, you would think the numbers of such individuals making the transition is relatively rare. However, according to a recent study by River Bend Research Consumer Metrics, three in ten people are actively seeking alternative lifestyles/ They are seeking lifestyles that are simpler, less dependent on public utilities and banks. That figure extends to about 90 million Americans.

Welcome to America 2.0!

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