135. Plan for Retirement (NOW) with Aadil Abbas and Prina Shah
In this thought-provoking episode, Aadil Abbas introduces the noivel concept of a "work optional lifestyle," challenging the traditional notion of retirement. Instead of ceasing work at a predetermined age, this approach empowers individuals to choose their transition based on financial readiness and personal preferences.
Have you ever considered this for yourself?
Key Discussion Points:
- Redefining Retirement: Discover how advancements in healthcare and increased life expectancy are reshaping retirement from a fixed endpoint to a flexible phase. Learn how this shift allows for a more personalised approach to leaving the workforce.
- Financial Preparedness: Aadil explains the importance of building multiple income streams—savings, investments, part-time work, government benefits, and more—to sustain a work optional lifestyle.
- HR’s Role: Explore how HR professionals can support employees in planning for a work optional lifestyle. .
- Creating a Meaningful Work-Life Balance: Learn how redefining retirement as a work optional lifestyle can transform your relationship with work. Rather than viewing work as a mandatory obligation, it becomes a choice driven by personal fulfilment and financial goals.
Join us as we delve into the future of retirement planning and discover how embracing a work optional lifestyle can lead to a more fulfilling and sustainable work-life balance. This episode is packed with insights that will inspire you to take control of your financial future and create a legacy of meaningful work.
Tune in to explore these ideas and more, and start reimagining your path to retirement today!
Here are past episodes with Aadil.
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00:01:24 - Financial Wellness and the Cost of Living
00:01:45 - Focus on Retirement
00:02:07 - Welcoming Adil Abbas
00:02:27 - The Concept of Retirement
00:02:48 - Aging and Working Longer
00:03:09 - Generational Needs in the Workplace
00:03:30 - Financial Planning for Retirement
00:03:50 - Stress and Excitement about Retirement
00:04:22 - Advances in Healthcare and Life Expectancy
00:04:54 - Changing the Perception of Retirement
00:05:05 - Work Optional Lifestyle
00:05:55 - Phased Retirement
00:06:06 - New Concept: Work Optional Lifestyle
00:07:06 - Supporting Career Development
00:08:00 - Portfolio of Careers
00:08:36 - Multiple Income Streams
00:09:16 - Creating a Work-Optional Lifestyle Now
00:09:38 - Employee Experience and Work-Optional Lifestyle
00:09:58 - Philosophical Question: Working to
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