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Yet More on the Changing Nature of Retirement

Small Business Labs

We've covered the changing nature of retirement so often in our Baby Boomer section we feel like we're feeding a fed horse by covering it again. But it's an important trend and there continues to be a flurry of interesting articles on working in and/or delaying retirement. But that doesn't necessarily lead to happiness.

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30 New Year’s Resolution Ideas to Make 2024 Healthier, Happier & More Secure

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Learn a new skill. Online personal development courses can help you build inner peace and soft skills. Save more for retirement. Increase contributions to retirement accounts such as your 401(k) or IRA. Become a mentor. Strive for quality sleep. Try to get seven to eight hours of quality sleep per night.

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Lessons From Past Recessions

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Am I anticipating any major life events with significant expenses attached (like a new baby or retirement)? Consider your skills and upskill. Many wait until after a job loss to sharpen their existing skills or reach out to their network. Where can I cut back on the rest of my spending if it becomes necessary?

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16 Rich Habits

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Contribute as much as you can afford to a retirement plan. Get a mentor. Among the wealthy, 93 percent who had a mentor attributed their success to that person. Mentors regularly and actively participate in your growth by teaching you what to do and what not to do. The most lucrative skill of all is worth 10 points.

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Hired as C Suite EA and role description reads like an Office Assistant – Ask an Admin

Office Dynamics

I was lucky enough (or so I was lead to believe) that the role I was hired for almost 2 yrs ago was for a fast-growing local company that within the next 3-5 yrs will have a complete C Suite overhaul of new leaders due to retirements. The c suite leader who hired me and I report to, I don’t do ANY work for.

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As I Enter My 60s, Here’s the Advice I Would Give to My Younger Self

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Strengthen those left-brained skills As a writer, I’m all about storytelling, creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. So, instead of improving my skills in these areas, I’d avoid them whenever I could. Be the mentor you wish you had By no means do I claim to be the voice for freelancers everywhere. Analyzing data. Doing taxes.

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The Intimidation Factor: How Fear Influences Women’s Wage Negotiations

Allwork

Seek out friends, mentors, or coaches who can help you identify your core skills, qualities, and experiences so you approach the salary negotiation knowing you’re a good fit. This can vary from company to company, especially the size of the company, but it’s a good place to start. of what men are paid.