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10 Phrases to Drop from Your Vocabulary

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should be retired. This article was originally published in June 2015 and has been updated. “I’ve been too busy” or “I started writing an email and forgot to send it.”. Excuses are unattractive. Say, “I apologize for the inconvenience. You will have it by tomorrow.”. Out-of-the-box thinking”. You always…”.

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Half of U.S. Full-Time Employees Plan to Defer Retirement Due to Financial Reasons

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It shows that 52% of the full-time employees surveyed said they plan to postpone their retirement due to their financial situation. This is up from just 37% in 2015. We've long often covered the trend towards delayed retirement ( see our baby boomer section for many articles on this topic ).

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3 Financial Tips to Consider Before Pursuing Your Passion Full Time

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But the steps required to get to this point began as early as 2015. Most conversations about investing tend to focus on retirement planning and thus a lot of attention is paid to 401(k) and IRA accounts. As we began to envision a more balanced life, we asked ourselves some critical questions. What work do we want to be remembered for?

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Rohn: You Don’t Have to Love What You Do

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Maybe they will be a friend for life, an open door to retiring, a colleague for years to come. This article was published in September 2015 and has been updated. And soon, when you start talking to people , you will find it to be the most thrilling opportunity in the world. Every person you meet, consider what they could be to you.

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7 Apps to Teach Kids About Money

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A 2017 study found that disparities in financial literacy may account for as much as 40 percent of the wealth gap between those retiring with more and those retiring with less. The final destination in this digitized version of the classic board game is the yellow tile labeled “Retirement.” The Game of Life.

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How to Break Up with Your Business Partner

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CEO Company: Security Investment Partners , an investment management firm in San Diego Reason for Breakup: Disagreement over partner’s retirement date Winning Strategy: The partner eventually left with a clean break and joined another firm, keeping the friendship intact. “You cannot put monetary value on peace of mind.”. David MacVean.

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12 Things Even the Best Leaders Can Forget

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Succession planning is a must, even if retirement feels is so far away. This article was published in December 2015 and has been updated. And they must work with them directly to ensure they continue to provide the right culture and operating environment—to ensure the organization continues smoothly, without a traumatic disruption.

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