Best sources and advice on being semi-retired:
- Stay active and engaged: physically, mentally, create a routine, simplify your life, actively manage your money, leverage what you have learned and the wisdom you have gained.
- Create a network of friends.
- Be productive, manage your time, laugh a lot, and find a creative outlet.
- Travel both domestically and internationally.
- Share your talents.
- Create a plan that embodies the above.
Useful references to help guide you retirement:
- Ernie J. Zelinski, How to Retire Happy, Wild and Free: Retirement Wisdom that you won’t get from your financial advisor (Edmonton, Canada, VIP Books, 2017);
- Harvard Business Review, “3 Tips for a Smooth Transition into Retirement.” Manfred F.R. Kets de Vries. September 30, 2020. Article stresses the importance of maintaining and building relationship with friends and family, finding new outlets, and creating networks beyond the office.
- AARP, “10 Steps to Take as You Prepare for Retirement.” Donna Fuscaldo. December 9, 2022. Available in the AARP app. Define five top goals. Take a comprehensive look at your assets beyond financial assets. What do you have to offer and what do you get enjoyment from. Evaluate and maintain your health and create a retirement budget you can live with.