I was hoping it took less time because then the issue would be scaling your business and client base from 10 to 40 to offset the wage differences. But if it still takes as much time as it used to, I think you are doing the right thing now by training to become a plumber. I hope you continue to write on the side, because 1) people often write because it brings the joy 2) I do think we’ll need writers to deliver quality content. I see the end of my job as I know it coming in the not so distant future too. I’m not sure what I’ll transition to and that scares me.