Don't Retire... Graduate!

The podcast that asks you what you want to be when you grow up, so you can advance into retirement with a purpose and a passion.

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In this episode, Eric discusses how to establish and maintain financial freedom with best-selling personal finance author Damion Lupo. In this episode: How failure helps you succeed Becoming financially free The importance of a financial runway and how to understand yours Financial advisors versus salespeople dichotomy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Eric discusses the Dos and Don’ts of downsizing in retirement with residential real estate agent Tina Beliveau. In this episode: Tips for first-time homebuyers Why you should consult with a real estate agent before taking any next steps The dangers of PMI The differences between buying a first home and selling your...
In this episode, Eric discusses when “doing it yourself” stops making sense and how to choose an advisor with his guest, Lena Nebel. In this episode: Who needs a financial advisor and why Different types/specialties of financial planners How to find a financial planner Questions to ask when interviewing a financial advisor? Does the advisor...
Eric Brotman and his guest, Jill Snyder, discuss the greatest financial gift you can give your children: influence, not affluence. In This Episode: The importance of having an estate plan Why an estate plan is not only for the wealthy When to create an estate plan How to navigate estate planning with marriage, divorce, children...
In this episode, Eric Brotman and his guest, Rich Polt, discuss how important family is and that preserving a legacy isn’t always just about financial estate. In this episode: How will you be remembered? What can you leave to your children, grandchildren, and future generations of your family that are more valuable than money and...
In this episode, Eric Brotman and his guest, Kathleen Benjamin, discuss how to prepare for Act 2 career and what to do professionally in retirement. In this episode: You’re graduating – what do you want to be when you grow up?  Life after “Career 1.0”: Consulting? Entrepreneurship? Teaching? Mentoring? Interview of an Act II success...
In this episode, Eric Brotman Dianne Gilbert discuss finding your calling and a higher purpose as a volunteer in retirement. Using your time, talent, and treasury to make a difference. Interview of a “graduate” who has mastered volunteerism. What is covered: Finding your calling and a higher purpose as a volunteer in retirement. Using your...
In this episode, Eric Brotman and his guest, Robyn Costello, discuss how to reframe retirement as a graduation, not a retreat. You’ll hear: Why traditional retirement is bad for you and how to change the script.  Reframing retirement as a graduation, not a retreat. Interview of a recent “graduate” into retirement.   Learn more about your...