Reframing retirement: A 4-part formula for relevance after work

About this episode

Anthony Boateng discusses a holistic approach to retirement planning that goes beyond financial savings.

Anthony Boateng, FCMA, CGMA, Npontu Technologies' chair, explores why retirement planning is about much more than saving money and illustrates the nonfinancial ways that professionals can invest in themselves to prepare for and maintain a sustainable and fulfilling retirement. Boateng introduces his model for retirement planning, including four main areas he considers essential for growth and relevance into retirement years. He also suggests several strategies for optimising networking and building deeper relationships, and he explains why a sharp mind matters the closer we get to retirement. "At 50 and beyond ... you are no longer just working for today," Boateng said. "You are building the intellectual foundation for the next 20, 30, or 40 years." What you'll learn from this episode: Why preparing for retirement is about more than saving money. One critical question for reframing our approach to retirement planning. Four pillars that can help steer a fulfilling, purposeful retirement. The interplay between relationships and wellbeing. Three approaches for authentic, meaningful networking. Why intellectual growth matters more as we age.

People in this episode

Host: AICPA & CIMA

Guest: Anthony Boateng

Topics covered

• retirement planning
• nonfinancial investment
• networking strategies
• intellectual growth
• wellbeing
• professional development

Keywords

• retirement
• planning
• networking
• wellbeing
• intellectual growth
• professional development
• relationships

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Npontu Technologies

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