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Hi! I very suddenly retired (two weeks notice) from a job I adored (long story, management suddenly changed my job description and I didn’t care to stay). I’m about six weeks in and still in the nappi...
I have been toying/hoping to retire in March 2027. My goal has been on my 30th anniversary at my current job. I do have a pension that I could have been taking but I was thinking about it like Social ...
I'm sure you all get this a lot so I apologize for the redundancy. Lately, I find myself wondering when it's time to pull the plug in my career and retire. I'm 63, mostly good health but with some sig...
Arthur C. Brooks argues that staying in your career too long is a real risk, and that most successful people retire later than they should. The post From Strength to Strength: The Smart Case for Retir...
After a colourful career in high-tech/telecoms, I realized it was time to retire when I was suddenly reporting to a 22 year old who knew less about technology than the cashier at a dollar store, place...
I (F, 62) unexpectedly inherited my mother's house and some small investments which have enabled me to retire. It's been a tough year with Mom's death, house sale, all her 'stuff', my husband's job di...
I have never felt less ready, but more needful, to retire. I am soon to be 66, and have really only had 3 "career" jobs since graduating college at age 22. The first one lasted over 30 years, it was s...
My first job in the industry was working as an analyst for an institutional investment consulting firm that specialized in ... Read more
Hello. I was feeling pretty low 3 weeks ago, after my job of almost 26 years ended on January 30. What has helped me so far: Daily exercise. Walking 5 days a week, and dumbbells for upper body 2 days ...
A longtime friend of mine visited last week. She plans to retire in three years, while I’ve been retired for almost six years. She told me that after she retires from her current career, she’d like to...
When my CEO said my job might be on the line, I changed how I was living. Here's the story of our journey from huge debt to a huge life. The post From $1.1 Million in Debt to an 8-Figure Net Worth: A ...
I was an IT Modernization Engineer for much of my professional career before leaving to be a full-time creator in December 2022. My specialty: IRS information technology (IT) Yes, that IRS. After 19 y...
Hello Reddit, As I am heading for retirement in the near future, I was wondering if you can suggest some places and activities to start my transition. It has been a long stressful career of 37 years, ...
If the spreadsheets and advisors all say that It is safe to retire, you have enough AND You don't LOVE your job (you like it, it's easy, but you're not defined by it) Then... What would keep you from ...
Pretty much what the title says. I only have one week left in my working life. I've just concluded a four month stint in a temporary job, and it's conclusion has presented an opportunity to bring forw...
Got a seriously good/very bad job with lots of stress. Happy to let the job go so I can take care of my mom, not die before retirement like my dad and enjoy my few remaining years. What have I not tho...
Retired since Jan 2025 - after a 9-10 month decompression I’m finally enjoying the ultimate retirement luxury - TIME Time for reading especially. Since my job (lawyer) involved many hours of reading p...
I am 66 and my sister is 76, her husband is 84. We are both married, retired, have homes. But. I have several degrees, had a really good job in tech as did my wife. We saved enough money and are grate...
Hi everyone, and sorry about the slightly 'clickbait' headline. I turned 68 this week, and today retired (yay!) from a senior engineers job and next week start a great little 9 hours a week (3 x 3hrs)...
I'm in career for over 42 years that I don't like anymore and does cause a lot of stress. (my current job does pay very well and feels like golden handcuffs) Retiring at 65 will get me 3100 a month pl...
January 10th, 2026 is the 1 year anniversary of my retirement! I can’t believe how fast the year flew by. I was 61.5F when I finally had the courage to let go of my career & paycheck. I have finally l...
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Leaving a job, whether you’re retiring, changing careers, or simply moving on, often comes with one big financial question: What should you do with your 401(k)? This decision matters more than most pe...
As I continued to study the markets early in my career, I learned something stunning... The post I Use These Strategies to Put Extra Cash in My Pocket appeared first on Wealthy Retirement....
Housing security is something I hope everyone will one day obtain. Once you are house secure, you can more easily focus on your career, family formation, and other things you care about. However, if y...
Trigger Warning: The following contains descriptions of physicians making rational career decisions and abandoning failing investments. Side effects may include ... Read more...
In this episode of Retirement Reality, meet Donovan, a 55-year-old retiree who turned an unexpected career exit into an opportunity for freedom, reflection, and new purpose. Donovan shares how one def...
Rosemary's husband is scaling back to 32 hours a week as part of his transition plan before switching careers. With Social Security in mind, she asks: Will this reduced income impact their future bene...
Hello fellow retirees. I've been retired since June 2024 and have gotten into reading again after 30 yrs of a career that consumed all of my time and brain capacity. I'm now on a first name basis with...
I recently had lunch with a former coworker. He was on the interview team that hired me years ago, and my direct manager on the very last day of my corporate consulting career. Our conversation provid...
Nedra Agnew’s eclectic career path—from public health and foreign service to wealth management—now powers a diverse practice focused on first-generation Black family wealth....
Hey everyone! Have you been paying attention to the economy? Everything is getting more expensive, and it is very difficult to find a job. Life is tough for little guys ... Read more The post How are ...
so, how do you like retirement? “ I’m always stunned when I hear this because it’s hard to know if they’re really serious. Morning. I loved my job and I loved my career. I was ...
A little over three months ago I posted that my wife and I are retiring starting January 1, 2026. I'm 60 and she's 56. The days keep getting shorter. My wife loves her workplace and her job. She told ...
It’s been several months since we returned from Hawaii, and surprisingly, my FOMO about the AI tech boom has faded. Sure, I still don’t have a job paying me gobs of money as AI CapEx surge...
So next year is my last year of a great full time job. Once I retire I can't see myself not working a part-time job. What are some suggestions for a part-time job for an able body 67 year old male tha...
I’m liked and respected at work, but I detest being the center of attention, especially just for doing what my job description says I’m supposed to do. The work was enjoyable and fulfillin...
Why voluntary discomfort—from marathons to cold plunges to career risks—builds neurological resilience, autonomy, and meaning. Choose your hard things....
This is a small pension that my wife has from a previous job. Papera came in last week...take a lump sum rollover of $21,500 or wait until she is 65 (2033) and take the $274 per month until she has pa...
My husband and I plan to retire the end of 2026. As it gets closer (I know, we're talking 15 months, I like to prepare) but as I'm planning my exit from my job I'm thinking I might feel lost without m...
Two decades ago, I learned an important lesson: if you can’t beat them, join them. And if you can’t find a job with the monopolies, then you might as well invest in them! Take what happene...
When I was working, I measured life in long blocks of time. Career stretching across decades. Plans were drawn for years ahead. Even worries carried themselves into a distant future. That way of think...
I enjoy my job, it’s not difficult for me, it helps people and my skills are in short supply. The pay is not great and I have enough to retire very comfortably right now (63F). I keep thinking &...
Work friendships can boost teamwork, lift your spirits, and make the job more fun. But when you retire, these friendships can fade. Here's a look at why that happens and what you can do about it....
Having children comes with biological and financial consequences. It's hard to afford a family while in school, training, and early career. The post How to Survive Residency as a Single Earner with Ki...
Many senior executives wait until retirement to take a seat on a corporate board. But making this career move early is a win-win for you and your current organization....
Discover how mini-retirements can create career clarity, freedom & growth. Jillian Johnsrud shares her 4-step framework for intentional time off. The post Podcast 99: What If You Didn’t Wait...
Back in 2012, I thought I had finally conquered financial FOMO after walking away from a well-paying finance job. But after having children, I’ve noticed more and more relapses. If you’ve ...
Jeremy Keil interviews Anthony Napolitano about how he managed to adapt his retirement plan after an unexpected end to his career....
The workplace has changed, but outdated workplace practices still cost companies their best people. In today’s job market, top talent has options, and clinging to old habits is a direct path to ...