Write About Now The New Retirement Is Not At All What We Expected
May 13, 2025
Brian Clark, former lawyer turned online entrepreneur and founder of Further, dives into the evolving retirement landscape for Gen Xers. He discusses the shift from traditional retirement to 'unretirement,' emphasizing resilience and adaptability. Clark shares his journey from discontent in law to thriving in content marketing, urging listeners to monetize their expertise. He also highlights the value of experience in entrepreneurship, explores lifestyle choices like relocation, and offers insights on embracing change in a tech-driven world.
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New Reality of Retirement
- Traditional retirement isn't financially feasible for many Gen Xers due to lack of pensions and insufficient savings.
- Working longer and creating a flexible lifestyle can provide more purpose and stability than traditional retirement.
Build Side Income Streams
- Don't fear job loss; it is often the least secure part of your life.
- Start building side income streams or your own business to improve financial security and purpose.
Podcasting as a Safety Net
- Jonathan Small lost his corporate job and used his podcasting side hustle as a fallback.
- This reduced panic and provided a manageable way to be productive independently.