Anderson Layman's Blog has a fascinating chart and some perspectives on the notion of retirement.
The entire concept has always struck me as odd unless there is a medical reason or the person has not truly retired but instead has moved into another job.
What are you going to do? Sit at home and watch TV?
4 comments:
I'm starting to believe the definition of "retirement" is changing. For some, it truly means they will never punch a time clock again (the more traditional definition). For others, it means they have the *choice* to punch a time clock or not, because they are financially secure/independent, and/or have alternate streams of income besides a traditional j-o-b. I hope to be in the latter category some day.
CincyCat,
I think you are correct. Redefining retirement and work can make more sense than leaving the workplace entirely.
Michael
I can't understand why I would want to work in a job where the only thing I look forward to is quitting.
I've been working for years to try to enjoy my job more and more, and for the most part I enjoy my work way more than when I was at the entry level. If this continues, why would I rush to retire just when my job satisfaction was at its highest (and compensation at its highest, too)???
Dan,
Good points!
Michael
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