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An interesting article on retirement ‼ In my training course "❝𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭❞, my participants address precisely these topics, among others: ➡ Finding new meaning ➡ Maintaining mental health. #retirement #adultlearning #mentalhealth #training

Getting Back on Track After a Few Days Off Get Unstuck with the 3 C’s - https://lnkd.in/eiyK7SfU Are you finding it challenging to regain your momentum after a well-deserved break? Join us for a LinkedIn Live session where we'll discuss strategies and insights to help you hit the ground running. Whether you've been on vacation, a sabbatical, or just a short hiatus, we'll help you rediscover your focus, motivation, and productivity. Our expert panel will share their experiences, offer practical advice, and answer your questions to help you make the most of your return to the grind. Don't miss this opportunity to jumpstart your journey toward success. If you haven't taken advantage of these, make sure to do so: Get Unstuck with the 3 C’s - https://lnkd.in/eiyK7SfU Confidence mini course - https://lnkd.in/gDYzMMYh Youtube Channel - https://lnkd.in/gXqSVvM2 Book - https://lnkd.in/gqqdjfdx Email Newsletter - https://lnkd.in/g46RdCTp

These are daily discussion points we have with clients to customize a wealth plan. This is often overlooked when planning retirement.

If you work a standard 40-hour week until retirement, you will have spent about 89,000 hours at work. That's 3,708 days in total. The average life expectancy in the US is 77 years, and this means you'll spend roughly 13% of your life working. Just 13%. That's a significant but relatively small portion of your entire life. The question that I always considered is, am I making the most of that 13% at work? Given that we spend a limited percentage of our lives working, finding purpose and fulfillment in what we do professionally is crucial. Why not build something meaningful for yourself that resonates with your values and aspirations? Spending a fraction of your life at work doesn't mean it has to be mundane or unfulfilling. It's an opportunity to create, innovate, and pursue what truly matters to us. What are your thoughts on spending 13% of your life working? What would you want to spend these hours working on? Let me know in the comments #reframe #coaching #purpose #bestadvice #growth #futureofwork #innovation #careers #business

Setting goals is a practice that varies from person to person. Some individuals excel at articulating their aspirations, while others may have never engaged in this transformative exercise. Have you ever gathered your family, spouse, or children to create a wish list of things you want to accomplish? It's a powerful exercise that extends beyond setting personal goals—it's about sharing dreams and aspirations with your loved ones. My husband and I make it a tradition to sit down during the week after Christmas, creating a space for meaningful conversations fueled by a glass of wine or bourbon. For over a decade, I've maintained a vision board that chronicles my accomplishments, goals, and dreams. It's a layered tapestry of my journey, each picture symbolizing a milestone. After achieving something new, I add a fresh image to the board. During our post-Christmas reflection, my husband and I assess our achievements and discuss potential additions to the board for the upcoming year. With a five-year-old in the picture, our goal-setting discussions have expanded to include his aspirations. While it's often amusing to decipher a toddler's thoughts, it's also an opportunity to instill the importance of thinking beyond the present moment. Additionally, meeting with our financial advisor ensures that our plans align with our retirement goals and the legacy we want to leave for future generations. Beyond the serious aspects of goal-setting, it's crucial to inject a sense of fun into the process. Planning vacations, visits with friends and family, and creating moments for joy are integral components of our yearly discussions. By mapping out these experiences, we pave the way for a more stress-free execution throughout the year. Some might say I'm a meticulous planner, and they're right. I find solace in organizing and scheduling, but the true enjoyment comes when the planning is done, and it's time to execute. The key to a successful year lies in striking a balance between careful planning and the freedom to live in the moment. As the year comes to a close, my challenge to you is to take the time to reflect on your vision for the upcoming year. Sit down with your loved ones, articulate your goals, and embrace the power of shared dreams. By dedicating this time, you not only set the stage for success but also pave the way for a more enjoyable and fulfilling year ahead. #goals #newyear

Here's an interesting perspective to pull out with your next personal quarterly planning day. We are intentional with our business strategy. Let's be intentional stewards of our lives as well. (Thank you Steve Dulin for introducing me to the concept of a quarterly sabbatical back in 2011!) https://lnkd.in/ediym_DU

Recently I finished reading The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss, and I'm blown away. I've been feeling stuck in my career for a while now, and this book gave me the inspiration I needed to make a change. Tim's approach to work is so refreshing. He challenges the traditional view of work and life, and he shows you how to create a lifestyle that is truly your own. I especially liked the way he talks about defining your ideal lifestyle and eliminating distractions. These are two areas where I really needed to make some changes, and Tims's advice was spot-on. I also appreciated his insights on automation and minimization. These are two concepts that I'm still learning about, but I can already see how they could make a big difference in my life. Overall, I highly recommend The 4-Hour Workweek to anyone who is feeling stuck in their career or who is looking for a way to live a more fulfilling life. It's a thought-provoking book that will challenge your current assumptions and understanding about work and life. And it just might provide options to consider/introspect. More: https://amzn.to/43WyGa4 Have you read the book already? What is your feedback? Feel free to share it in the comments... #leadership #mentoringmatters #minimalism #automation #focusonwhatmatters

"Dad, when will you retire?" I asked him one day. "Hector, I retired before you were born," he laughed. Confused, I asked again, "Be honest, Dad, I mean, when will you stop working?" His response was simple, "Working? What's work? I don't know what work is." “OK, Dad, forget about it,” I said as I assumed he wasn't willing to talk about this. "Hector,” he said, “what you know as my job is not work for me. I enjoy architecture so much that I could do this 24/7. This is who I am. Architecture is my life.” My father lived to be 91 and worked until his body gave up on him. He was a passionate architect who found joy in his work. That's what kept him active and full of joy every day. His passion for architecture was infectious, and it taught me this valuable lesson about work as a lifestyle. So, if you ask me about retirement or work-life balance, I'd say it's better to find what you love and make it a part of your life. When you find that, you’ll stop working and start living. We achieve a balance not by separating work from life but by integrating what you love into your lifestyle. Today, this is how I see it: It's not about working less; it's about loving more what you do. That's probably one of the secrets to a fulfilling life. As my father said, "The day you find what you love is when you will stop working." So, go out there and find your passion. Make it your lifestyle. And remember, it doesn’t feel like work when you love what you do. #BeBusinessSmart

As the "summer holidays" screech towards us (even if you no longer have kids in school, I don't think you ever stop seeing that mid-July to end of August period as "the summer"), I know that many business owners are looking forward to weekends away, trips abroad or maybe just to sitting in the sunshine after work. ☀️🏖🍹 💭 But before you do that, please just take a moment to reflect on your progress so far this year. 🎯 Back in January, you lost certainly set some financial targets and personal goals. (I was certainly urging you to do so anyway!) Now, just over half way through the year, is the perfect time to assess whether you're on track, whether you have made the right amount of headway towards those plans? 🗓 🧮 So today maybe find 5 minutes to review your numbers ... are they reflecting the progress you envisioned? (If you have a scorecard that'll tell you for sure!) ⏰ Are you dedicating your 90 minutes each day to focus ON your business doing the activities that drive your business forward? Remember, achieving your Ideal Life requires consistent effort doing a little of the right things every day. If you find that you're not quite where you want to be, don’t worry. There’s still plenty of time to realign your strategies and push forward with renewed focus. Keep pushing forward, and remember—every small step counts. 👟 And if you haven't managed to achieve what you had hoped by yourself, let's have a chat about how I might be able to help you. #BusinessCoaching #BusinessGrowth #SuttonColdfield #SME