<ul><li>Melba Mebane, a 90-year-old woman in the US, worked at a store for 74 years before retiring due to traffic issues on her commute.</li><li>She emphasized the importance of enjoying your work and building strong relationships with colleagues over chasing high salaries.</li><li>Despite opportunities to become a manager, she focused on being an excellent salesperson to maintain friendships and avoid tough decisions.</li><li>Mebane's close relationship with her employers allowed her to negotiate flexible hours and comfortable conditions, and she now enjoys her retirement with family visits and former co-workers checking on her.</li></ul>

90-yr-old woman, who worked for 74 years, has a tip for being happier at work

Discover more