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25.01.2022 The ripple effects of rising longevity are many, and they are being felt in every aspect of our lives. Latest article for Starts at 60.
25.01.2022 Phased retirement, involving a combination of 'work and play' is becoming more popular. I spoke to Sue White for this article in todays Sydney Morning Herald about some of the reasons why.
24.01.2022 "Designed to empower soon-to-be and existing retirees to take control of their futures financially, physically, socially, and mentally End of the Retirement Age shares the inspirational stories of retirees and experts to show the colourful ways Australians are redefining ageing. For anyone determined to ensure their sunset years are financially secure and fulfilling, this book is an absolute must-read."
24.01.2022 What used to be a logical age to stop working, such as age 65, has become increasingly arbitrary in an era of significantly longer lifespans. Below I write about why retirement as we know it is rapidly becoming a thing of the past, and why a fulfilling retirement is about so much more than money.
23.01.2022 "Our current process of retirement doesnt serve either the company or the older employee. To be a 100% employee on a Friday and a 100% retiree (0% employee) on Monday is cruel and unusual punishment and may accelerate poor health conditions since so much of our social life comes from the workplace." Valuable insights from author Chip Conley in this interview with Emma Plumb of Respectful Exits on tapping into the wisdom of older workers. One of many win-win outcomes where employers actively facilitate phased retirement. https://www.respectfulexits.org//modern-elder-chip-conley/
23.01.2022 A timely new project by Jon Glass of 64plus with personal insights from a range of contributors on what it means to be a grandfather from afar.
23.01.2022 Ready to start 2018 with a little inspiration? End of the Retirement Age is one of six uplifting books on offer in the OverSixty New Year, New You book club bundle.
23.01.2022 ABS finds nearly a third of Aussie retirees who rejoined the workforce did so due to boredom and the desire for something to do https://www.nestegg.com.au//11300-boredom-sees-retirees-re
23.01.2022 ABS indicates the number of people over 65 remaining in the workforce has risen from 9% in 2006 to 21% in 2016.
22.01.2022 Thoughts on the reality of redundancy when youre not ready to retire. There are many challenges, but there is also hope.
17.01.2022 If you accept the adage that money cant buy happiness, you do yourself a disservice by preparing for retirement by only addressing your financial needs. Ahead of the August release of our new book, Finding Joy in Retirement, Jon Glass and I shared some ideas on the topic with Starts at 60.
17.01.2022 Q&A interview with Starts at 60 about the origins of our new book, Finding Joy in Retirement. Jon Glass and I explore the aspects of retirement wellbeing that are too often ignored.
17.01.2022 Enjoyed this chat with Andy Neil at Radio COTA about End of the Retirement Age and the many benefits of phased retirement. Win-win outcomes for employers and employees. https://soundcloud.com//radio-cota-podcast-87-phased-retir
14.01.2022 Interview with Starts at 60 about some of the drivers of the trend towards later retirement, and key considerations in preparing for the financial and lifestyle aspects of life after work.
13.01.2022 Finding joy in retirement. Enjoyed chatting to Sunrise about some of the themes in End of the Retirement Age, and the inspiring ways older Australians like Margaret-Anne Hayes are re-inventing retirement.
13.01.2022 Positive ageing. I spoke to psychologist Dr Tim Sharp (aka Dr Happy), who believes happiness can increase with age, provided you understand some of the proven inputs to health and wellbeing, and you put effort into the right places.
13.01.2022 Downsizing in retirement. The balancing act is finding a smaller property you can comfortably call home, while leaving yourself with enough invested to meaningfully boost your cash flow. https://startsat60.com//downsizing-superannuation-aged-pen
12.01.2022 Extract from End of the Retirement Age on the rising participation rate among over 55s and the many motivations for working beyond the traditional retirement age.
12.01.2022 Imagine a world where ageing is viewed positively, where older members of society are revered (not marginalised), and where retirement is seen as an opportunity to tap into your true purpose for the benefit of yourself, your family and the community. Why do so many people walk blindfolded towards retirement, and is there a better way to prepare? Retirement Coach Jon Glass believes the answer is an unequivocal yes, and the aim of our forthcoming book is to show you how.
12.01.2022 Retirement ain't what it used to be. In this interview with Tracey Spicer, my colleague Jon Glass of 64plus chats about his role as a retirement coach, our latest book, Finding Joy In Retirement, and tips to make a successful transition to life after work.
11.01.2022 Grateful to Dr Sophie Gelski for including End of the Retirement Age in this review of Australian literature on the changing retirement landscape.
10.01.2022 Downsizing with a difference. In this article I explore the financial and social benefits driving the popularity of over 50s lifestyle villages. Unsurprisingly, the companies behind them are booming!
10.01.2022 It was a privilege to be invited to talk about 'A future where age discrimination is history' at this week's TEDxSydney Summer Pitch Night 2018. So many benefits to individuals, employers and the community where we embrace the contribution of older Australians (photo credit: Jennifer Polixenni Brankin)
10.01.2022 Loneliness and isolation are concerning realities for older Australians and a major cause of mental health challenges among retirees. I spoke to Starts at 60 about the importance of social interaction and ongoing community involvement in retirement.
09.01.2022 Interview with Starts at 60 - 'We know that age discrimination in the workplace and recruitment process leaves all parties worse off. Companies lose the skills, experience, mentoring capacity and diversity of opinion older employees bring, while the economy suffers because premature retirement reduces the national savings pool and places more pressure on the social security system. Most concerning, the individual subject to age discrimination may endure a less dignified end to their career and a lack of savings when they are not ready to retire.'
09.01.2022 In a perfect world, selling your home in retirement and moving to an apartment or smaller house would simplify your life while topping up your savings. Yet there is so much more to the decision than money. My thoughts on property downsizing... https://startsat60.com//downsizing-age-pension-superannuat
08.01.2022 How can you plan for a more fulfilling retirement? By ensuring you have something to retire to, not just something to retire from. Book extract from End of the Retirement Age in Reader's Digest Australia.
07.01.2022 Its time we embraced age like any other type of diversity. Wisdom precedes us and will succeed us. https://hbr.org//how-do-we-combat-ageism-by-valuing-wisdom
05.01.2022 According to Professor David Sinclair, "The first person to live to 150 has already been born." Thought-provoking article by Christopher Joye. Part 1 of End of the Retirement Age (Contending with longer life expectancies) features an overview of Sinclair's groundbreaking research into ageing and the potential implications for future longevity trends and society.
04.01.2022 "A growing base of research finds fewer and fewer people want an environment of all leisure and no work."
03.01.2022 I spoke to Jocelyn Nickels at Starts at 60 about win-win outcomes when companies provide older employees with flexible employment options.
02.01.2022 When you retire, you leave work behind and you have to start afresh to develop your meaning. If you are looking for ideas about the possibilities of life after work, this interview with Jon Glass (Retirement Coach & Director of 64 PLUS) is a good place to start. After a successful career in finance, Jon found his rhythm in retirement through a range of activities that have nothing to do with numbers. He wrote and produced a play, taught ethics classes at the local primary... school, and started a retirement coaching consultancy to give others more confidence in making the emotional transition to retired life. https://industrymoves.com//q-a-with-jon-glass-on-his-new-v
02.01.2022 A few thoughts on the power of crisis to remind us of the things that really matter, and to fuel change that may ultimately enhance our quality of life.
02.01.2022 Age discrimination in the recruitment process and the workplace silently strangles productivity and leaves everyone worse off. In this article for HRD Australia I talk about the importance of the @EveryAGECounts campaign and the economic case for embracing the contribution of older Australians. @AgePositive https://endoftheretirementage.com//Bridging-the-generation
01.01.2022 Kennedy, a retirement planning expert, examines a range of issues with chapters devoted to Contending with Longer Life Expectancies, Surviving without Welfare, ...Navigating the Ever-Changing Workplace, Planning for your Financial Future in a World Obsessed with Now and 40 Reflections on Retiring Well. See more
01.01.2022 Turning down the noise. A major challenge in retirement is staying true to your long-term financial strategy in a world that is obsessed with the here and now. You are encouraged to plan and invest with a 30-year retirement in mind, yet news outlets breathlessly report the apparent significance of hourly movements of share prices imploring you to take action. More often than not, reacting on impulse is the last thing you should do.
