In 2026 I hit a milestone that seemed like a distant, foggy dream back in my corporate days: the ten-year anniversary of my retirement. If you want to go to the beginning and get the details on that blessed event, check out I Retired! There are some fond memories for me in that post! Anyway, my plan to celebrate this momentous occasion is to write several "10 Things" posts … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2026
Millionaire Interview 474
Here’s our latest interview with a millionaire as we seek to learn from those who have grown their wealth to high heights. If you’d like to be considered for an interview, drop me a note and we can chat about specifics. This interview took place in March. My questions are in bold italics and their responses follow in black. Let’s get … [Read more...]
Win the Retirement Game: Joy, Gratitude, Humor, and Purpose
Today I'm continuing my thoughts on the great retirement book, Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy So far, here are the posts in this series: Win the Retirement Game, Introduction Win the Retirement Game, Fighting Boredom Win the Retirement Game: Take Control of Change and Move Beyond the Status Quo … [Read more...]
10 Strategies for Staying Socially Connected Without an Office: The ESI Guide to Avoiding the “Loneliness Trap”
In 2026 I hit a milestone that seemed like a distant, foggy dream back in my corporate days: the ten-year anniversary of my retirement. If you want to go to the beginning and get the details on that blessed event, check out I Retired! There are some fond memories for me in that post! Anyway, my plan to celebrate this momentous occasion is to write several "10 Things" posts … [Read more...]
Millionaire Interview Update 81
Today I have an update for you from a previous millionaire interview. I’m letting three years pass from the initial interviews to the updates, so if you’ve been interviewed, I’ll be in touch. This update was submitted in March. As usual, my questions are in bold italics and their responses follow… OVERVIEW How old are you? I turn 64 this year, my wife … [Read more...]
Win the Retirement Game: Beating Uncertainty, Complacency, and Obligations
Today I'm continuing my thoughts on the retirement book, Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy So far, here are the posts in this series: Win the Retirement Game, Introduction Win the Retirement Game, Fighting Boredom Win the Retirement Game: Take Control of Change and Move Beyond the Status Quo Win the … [Read more...]
Millionaire Interview Update 80
Today I have an update for you from a previous millionaire interview. I’m letting three years pass from the initial interviews to the updates, so if you’ve been interviewed, I’ll be in touch. This update was submitted in March. As usual, my questions are in bold italics and their responses follow… OVERVIEW How old are you? I’m 62 and my wife is … [Read more...]
10 Retirement Mistakes I Made (And Why They Didn’t Sink Me), Part 2
In 2026 I hit a milestone that seemed like a distant, foggy dream back in my corporate days: the ten-year anniversary of my retirement. If you want to go to the beginning and get the details on that blessed event, check out I Retired! There are some fond memories for me in that post! Anyway, my plan to celebrate this momentous occasion is to write several "10 Things" posts … [Read more...]
Win the Retirement Game: Defeating Expectations
Today I'm continuing my thoughts on the retirement book, Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy So far, here are the posts in this series: Win the Retirement Game, Introduction Win the Retirement Game, Fighting Boredom Win the Retirement Game: Take Control of Change and Move Beyond the Status Quo Win the … [Read more...]
10 Retirement Mistakes I Made (And Why They Didn’t Sink Me)
In 2026 I hit a milestone that seemed like a distant, foggy dream back in my corporate days: the ten-year anniversary of my retirement. If you want to go to the beginning and get the details on that blessed event, check out I Retired! There are some fond memories for me in that post! Anyway, my plan to celebrate this momentous occasion is to write several "10 Things" posts … [Read more...]
