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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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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Someone in my department retired this year and likely made well over $95k after 25+ years. My boss plans to open it up to me to fill the role with a few changes to the responsibilities (basically I do what I do p… more

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I am an ex consultant that founded my own AI startup and now getting some solid traction with large enterprise customers (we sell to consulting firms). I am looking to raise a small ~$200k round and t… more

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After a year using my home office setup, especially the 27 inch monitor, how can I ever go back to the traveling life with tiny laptop screen? 😔

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Should I stay at a company I know I like culture-wise when my manager said they will try to promote me, but with no guarantee. Or should I take a job offer I was given with a nice raise, but is in consulting at Slalom. I have not worked in consulting before. There is no travel with Slalom, but the idea of being the new person all the time isn’t too appealing. Less pay and known culture, or more pay unknown job satisfaction?

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If I get laid off, I have a previous colleague that started a cybersecurity company. I would love to get involved on the business side of it. Any pointers on skills that are attractive in this realm for a startup? Would be mostly (if not all) federal defense contracting clients. I’m currently in Deloitte’s cyber risk practice but my background and passion is in accounting and finance, and business operations. Graduated in 2017 so still early career.

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Is there an RPA bowl or a Blue Prism bowl? Couldn’t find it when searching but not sure if the app is just acting up

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Who was around in 2008/2009 at big 4? Specifically in advisory? How were those practices affected during the layoffs? Any insight to ease some of the worry/unknown would be greatly appreciated.

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I am sure it’s been asked 100 times but humor me please. Best office chair to add to the good I’m doing with a stand up desk? Lol.

Would love to stay in a reasonable range if possible (800 max)

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Anyone make manager during covid? Is being a manager just extremely hard, or is covid playing a big part? I knew being a manager was a lot of work but this is next level.

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Should those of us who write code be taking a moral/ethical responsibility for what the code is used for?

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What are some good tech companies that aren’t the typical ones you think of (FAANG). I have been doing tech consulting (actually deving, full stack), but want to get into something more technical, and have my trajectory be product owner or architect vs business manager. Not sure I’d be able to swing a FAANG

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What are people with 4-5yrs of experience making in tech sales. Curious to know what I missed out on staying in finance lol. I like to be depressed seeing the numbers.

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Need referral for CGI canada (does CGI Canada provide any work permit)

Would like to connect and learn more

I am an early stage career professional

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25 Years old in Toronto - stressed about finances 24/7 and really impacting mental health. How do y’all maintain peace with savings goals / aspirations.

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Any media buyers out there seeking order confirmation inventory at retail? I have a few new opportunities coming available in May/June.

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We are in a textbook adoption cycle. Does anyone have any textbooks/online curriculum that you absolutely love?

How is everyone’s social life? Especially people who moved to New York during the pandemic.

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Anyone know of volunteer opportunities to support Ukraine in the city? Something like assembling care packages, food, etc. Thanks!

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Can someone recommend a good photographer for headshots? I’ve tried two so far with mixed results. Don’t really like the final product and most are not great for a professional setting.

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Has anyone gone through BDO associate interview case study step ? I have my case study scheduled end of week and I am wondering if anyone has gone through it and advice how shall I prepare. The role is in capital advisory

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Anyone at Amazon that works in BI willing to chat? Would love to learn more about your experience working at the company.

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Side Note: Please feel free to invite people to this bowl.

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Thoughts on joining HBO Max team in the midst of merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery?

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What do you love about working in this industry?

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I have an investor who wants to turn his life story into a feature film. He has no official biography or documentary about his life. He’s willing to put me on a retainer and pay expenses to get to the point where we can attach a writer. What should I charge and how should I structure my retainer?

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Wondering what the comp is for SC’s & M’s at Canadian firms? All these American numbers are making me feel very underpaid...

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I'm looking to make the jump into tech but I've got an Advertising background. Is it possible? Looking for a referral.

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How many hours a week do you spend on sales enablement?

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Any one wants a new Hermès Kelly 25 a bambou?

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What are some sourcing avenues you will use to hire niche positions?

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Hello, I’m current a Cyber Security Incident Responder but I’m a little unclear on what path to take in terms of certs/career path. What should I aim for? I current have a CompTia Security + cert and Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin. I’d also prefer the blue team or purple team.

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