Retired Discussions

Is there a fishbowl for retired professionals, like 65+?

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How much would I need to travel six months internationally (couple) if I retired at 60. Most models say $2-3 million to cover mortgage and health care but it seems like I’ll need much more

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I'm Rajesh Kumar, a retired Chief Manager from SBI with 32+ years of experience in banking operations, credit governance, risk management, and NPA recovery.

Key highlights:
• Led Rs 200+ Crore portfolios across Retail, MSME
. RB… more

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Any advice to someone who is over 60 retired, but still want to work to supplement the income. I've been looking to work part-time, remotely or in a hybrid setting. I have 20 years of experience … more

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That’s a wrap - 11 years at the firm, 40 total career years - retired yesterday. Surreal but when I checked email and teams this morning - “invalid email address message” so I guess it’s real. On to t… more

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That’s a wrap - 11 years at the firm, 40 total career years - retired yesterday. Surreal but when I checked email and teams this morning - “invalid email address message” so I guess it’s real. On to t… more

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The attorney I work for is trying to make me miserable enough to quit. I have found emails between him and a coworker (left i tentinally by her for me to find) documenting this. I am starting to … more

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I am a retired surgical technician with 40 yrs of experience...After leaving the workforce 4 yrs ago, I am discovering that I miss the job, and feel that I could come back to the profession on a Per Diem basis.
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Anyone out here who has retired early? It’s something I fantasize about but not sure if I could ever see myself doing it. If you’ve done it, how did it go? Did you enjoy it or find yourself going back… more

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Help! I’m burned out. I was home with my kids for 10 years and went back to work when my husband retired. I’m post menopausal and the brain fog is real. At work I keep being marked for errors and have… more

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I’m a retired LPN. Well before retirement I had to go to stop working due to having osteoarthritis very bad of the knees. I’m trying to find a job but I don’t want anything that I have to work nights, eveni… more

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retired consultant advice 1: remember this in your economic/financial model - there’s always an implicit line item for human value and human cost - never forget.

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I moved from one office to another. Tell me why the new branch manager had to mention, yeah I heard he was a real jerk and firm glad he retired. I was stunned & replied with, he was a good manager… more

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Retirement Question
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Has anyone retired early here? My family income is not a lot, but over the years I have maxed my 401k every year and made some good investments in the stock market. I don’t have a mortg… more

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If you hit financial trouble tomorrow, who’s your first call? I’ve realized I can’t lean on my parents at all, they’re retired, and I’d rather not put that on them. Definitely changes how I think abou… more

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Hi folks,
I have 34+ years of experience in varied roles as Sales Manager in manufacturing industry, Senior Operations Manager in 3rd party logistics warehousing and SCM Procurement for 3PL.
I retired from service by end of N… more

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Had a Payday after almost 40 yrs and as a retired, hits the same… yeah yeah yeah gen z, I’m old

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When I first started with my company, things were great. I was excited to work which lasted for almost 2 years. Then the senior manager retired, his replacement was on board for about a year before a … more

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I retired in 2024 to deal with health issues of my husband and myself. All is good now, and I'd like to return to work. I'm 67 but in good health now. How do I deal with ageism in interviews… more

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How to deal with arrogant micromanager? I was hired 1.5 yrs ago and had a great relationship with my mngr, but he retired and a person that works 20 yrs at the comp was promoted to be my mngr. This pe… more

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Question for all the financial advisors in this bowl. Would you hire a financial advisor when you retire to manage things for you? I never thought about it till recently. I am good at it but I don’t t… more

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Am I the only one who sees some retired military talking head on a news outlet and thinks, “Neat, but did we win the war?!?!”

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Withdraw strategy question. I am 61 and retired. Have about $2.5m in pre tax accounts, $400k in cash (hys, CDs, etc.), and about $700k in brokerage and Roth accounts. I spend roughly $80k a year (incl… more

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I worked at Swift Recon now Swift Collision. I worked there from July 2023 til Feb 6, 2026. I was always treated fairly. The management is very employee oriented and the HR person is on-site. For me, … more

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Can a retired partner remove his/her retirement funds from the pension plan?

Is that even a legal possibility?

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Hi everyone,
I'm a retired JCO, 40M, from Indian Navy specialized in Marine Technology also have Diploma in it and Executive MBA in HRM. I have vast experience of 20 years working on board ships on… more

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Hi everyone,
I'm a retired JCO, 40M, from Indian Navy specialized in Marine Technology also have Diploma in it and Executive MBA in HRM. I have vast experience of 20 years working on board ships on… more

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It makes me sad to share this but working at CAFCASS has become unsustainable - in the South of England caseloads are dangerous & it is becoming increasingly difficult to justify in court. So many… more

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I am looking for Remote Jobs. I am a Retired IBMer, with 23 years experience in Release, Program and Project Management, Delivery Excellence, Technical Solutioning and also worked as a Business Anlyst

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I know a lot of coworkers who have retired early and then gone into consulting for additional income. Do you feel you will have enough experience through your work for consulting or do you always plan… more

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Hi folks,
I have 34+ years of experience in varied roles as Sales Manager in manufacturing industry, Senior Operations Manager in 3rd party logistics warehousing and SCM Procurement for 3PL.
I retired from service … more

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Retired from facilities leadership though I still have gas in tank.
Would consider opportunities to mentor others and provide proven leadership in any similar career field.

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I’m really interested in hearing from those who’ve reached financial independence and are fully retired. Do you still do any side hustles or passion projects, not for the money but to stay engaged or … more

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Today I went to the funeral of a colleague who I was close with most of my teaching career. He was my friend, a mentor, and my inside joke man. He brightened my day every day. I was heartbroken when h… more

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Have any woman (or primary parents) FIREd with young children? Did you feel like you retired or that you became a SAHM? Did you build childcare into your post FIRE expenses?

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I was at a ‘top 15’ firm for 8 years and was so proud about working there, loved the work I did but ultimately ended up leaving due to not jiving with the partner I ended up working for. Three years l… more

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I am a former WSP employee, retired a couple years ago and am now returning, will they still do a background check on me ?

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My mom recently retired and is enjoying life to the fullest. I’m so happy for her, but at the same time, worried that she is spending above her means. She had shared with me the amount of her retireme… more

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Recently, I had a team member who achieved a goal I’m envious of. He retired! Honestly, I see myself probably needing to work in my senior years. Anyone else feel that way? Do you still see yourselves still in the industry or doing something else?

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Any Safety Professionals out there? I am retired, but still maintain my interest in safety.

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Promotion to M1, 4 rating in NYC Advisory any thoughts on raise %?

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Hello, I'm Catherine, I'm a recruiter looking to hire a Dental Hygienist $45-$50 per hour and a Front Desk/Patient Coordinator pay rate is $15-$25 per hour. In Norcross, GA. Both Full Time. Anyone interested?

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Starting a new job as a Merchandising Coordinator for a large food/sales company soon… no experience in merchandising, just customer service. Any advice???

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We are looking for who can fit a position of online receptionist/administrative clerk we prefer someone from USA

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I feel like I need to improve my soft skills and also think it's the single most important skill that will help me advance my career. Can any recommend ways to improve my soft skills, or even some kind of training/coaching that help improve soft skills.

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Are we eligible for concurrent job while being on H1-B ?

Or

Can we file for concurrent H1-B ?

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Any recs for CIPM study books?

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What are the weirdest reasons you have heard for people being laid-off? I have heard someone getting laid off because they missed submitting their time-sheets for 3 times in a year.

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What are your favorite management books?

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Offer from AMZN @ 160 TC, just got promo @ D to M, comp statements don't come out until first week in June. Would probably stay if comp came in equal or slightly above. What are the chances?

Was hoping AMZN would be higher but they pegged the role a lvl lower than originally discussed during the process...so here we are.

Not sure if I should play my hand and push for more to stay or if they will just say "wait 5 weeks or here is the door"

Top performer, upper right both grids, early promo

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How long does it take for bonuses to be paid out after your performance outcome has been communicated at other firms?

Our comp system is slightly complex so we know promotions Dec-Jan while bonuses are paid out late Feb-Early March (aka 2-3 months)

Edit: Performance year ends in September (so total process is 5-6 months)

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Anyone have any recommendations for home office ergonomic desk chairs?

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I have a consulting/PE interview on Friday, please recommend consulting books or sites to read. Need to speak consulting language

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I just made a twitter account and I am honestly astounded by how toxic every thread is? Was it always like this?

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If you don't log in to work hungover Monday morning, you haven't fully utilized your weekend. Change my mind.

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We are a private venture-back company that’s targeting IPO next year. I am trying to update our option guidelines of which employee levels should have an option on how many shares. I was not here when the guidelines were created and I’ve never worked for a company that offers equity. Can anyone share how they set option levels at your company or perhaps at a former company?

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After COVID crisis how can I get an idea of average salary of Global Sales Director in Dubai vs. cost of living?

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Did anyone read the top consulting firms to work for? 😂😂😂

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So working on an aging monolith system and trying to put a whitepaper together to explain the reasoning for transition to a headless setup.

Starting with absolute basic of separation of concerns and git branching projects and cloud / blob hosting for imagery on a cdn.

These are the quick wins I think.

Just looking for some insight if anyone has any experience on something like this. The backend is java IBM I series and the front end makes me want to cry.

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Anyone take SHRM? How many hours did you study?

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I'm fairly new to the industry and I'm having a hard time getting comfortable during showings. I get nervous and stumble over my words. Advice for how to get more comfortable and confident?

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WEEKLY DEAL THREAD: POST LINKS TO SHOPPING DEALS HERE - March 23

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Hi all, the reference letters for cpa licensure must be signed by a cpa? Ma licensing

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Anyone looking to do a case prep this weekend via Skype / phone?

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This Friday is the 1 Yr. Anniversary Party of AIR. All members are highly encouraged to attend Friday’s zoom call to celebrate, recount stories and play the Trivia Game for awesome prizes!!! Keep eyes peeled for your email invite and hope to see you then!

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I got an offer from OPTUM.
can someone please tell, how they pay the RRP (the average percentage )
and what will be the take home amount.
YOE - 7.5
Java Full Stack

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Do optum hold last month salary on resignation.

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Hi,
Any thoughts on
Plural Strategy ? Types of projects, wlb, exit opportunities, culture?
A recruiter reached out. Looking to do my due diligence before getting started with the process. TIA.

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I have “unlimited vacation” at my firm. How much vacation/PTO is given at big law firms that don’t have unlimited?

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Hii guys,

Need some suggestions on ORMB vs Ebs/Fusion profile.
Currently I am on an ORMB project, but I feel this tool is niche and have limited career progression. I got EBS/ Fusion opportunity in another organization but the hike is very minimal. Should I make the switch into EBS/Fusion profile?
Can someone please guide on this.
YOE : 1.9 years

Hi All,

I would like to know the process of PF withdrawal in CTS, please help.

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A lot of people here seem to glamorize MANGA positions - good pay, and good WLB. There has to be a catch, right?

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greetings all!
how is
Mindtree ? quality of work, pressure, work life balance? can i get some suggestions plz
thanks in advance.

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Does anyone else have issues knowing when to stop working or managing their work-life balance? I get emails and requests at all hours and I always respond but I'm wondering if it is time to set up some boundaries and start ignoring requests after a certain point at night and on the weekends?

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What's the band for PwC PwC India at Senior Associate level with 5 YOE?

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Anyone neck deep in the Paycheck Protection Program? Trying to figure out if a parent can qualify for forgiveness of expenses (rent utilities) of an affiliate/subsidiary if only 1 loan is taken.

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Any one has rental properties in NJ ? If so on a average what’s your Cash flow?

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Thoughts on debt finance vs. capital markets for lifestyle?

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