I'm new to this group. It looks like there's not a lot of recent posting!

I'd like to know.... at what age do you plan to retire? I'm hanging in until I'm 70, because I love the work.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I was planning on staying until 70, but earlier this year, I wrapped up a great project, had some bench, admin and training time which allowed me to realize I really didn't want to spend anymore time dealing with clients.

Retiring this Friday at age 66.

likesmart

Love it!!! Park Service is great and gives you…. Freedom (at least it seems like it does out by me). Love it and for real - congrats on retiring from a job so Corporate that it made you post on FB!!!

like

I’m thinking another year and I’m out. Not quite 60 yet. Husband is almost 65 and would like to have time together as we were older when we married and our last child graduates this year.

likeuplifting

If don’t have to worry about insurance you should retire! Otherwise you have to wait to go on Medicare which is 62!

Probably never, but I will shift to writing about my expertise instead of consulting about it.

like

Great to continue and great for your mind
There are plenty of resources that will pay for expertise

I’m 45 and the thought of doing this shit past 50 fills me with dread and despair. Would love your guidance - what is it you love about the work? And has it always been that way or did you eventually find a patch of the business that fit your interests and abilities?

likehelpful

I found a patch of the business that fit my interests and abilities. And I want to keep doing that. I no longer need to be a super star always looking to move up.

Thanks for reviving this bowl. I don’t have a plan - I like what I do and my firm doesn’t have a mandatory retirement age. At the year-end conversation, they ask if I’m happy with them and I ask if they are happy with me. Until one of us answers no, I’m in.

I do get tired of being asked in social situations some variation of “why are you still working?”

like

I managed to retire at 70! But I took my last year in consulting going part time and taking care of some health issues! I worked since I was 15 years old, working through college, raising a family, and managed consulting travel. I have no idea how I did it! I cannot believe I had the time because today retired I can seem to have any free time at all!

like

I retired at 69, and am so glad!!!

like

Congratulations!

Probably 70! I have always loved working and greatly enjoy the “service” of writing and winning grants & funding aimed at helping underserved/overlooked populations. I keep learning and have harnessed AI to assist me in doing more in less time.

likeuplifting

That actually sounds like rewarding work. It’s nice to hear a good news story - people doing things to help those in need. Play on, player, play on!

Eight years out, slowly shifting from client service to board advisory roles.

like

46, M. I can't imagine doing this job past 50. Our goal is barista FIRE at 50.

uplifting

SM2 - happy for you dude and gives me hope 🙏

I plan to work well past 70 because I need to. And, in my family, 70 is late middle age! What are the opportunites for people like us?

like

Just over 60 and likely going to 70 to keep the activity. It's still a challenge and fun [definition still like it]

If it becomes a hindrance I'll review what things look like financially

I still a little consulting now and then, but I like the flexibility of choice

I am 71 and see no end to my adding value to this world - no such thing as retirement

I am starting a charity funds creation organization

Related Posts

Has anyone here been able to make keto work with running (20+ miles a week) and a consulting lifestyle? I feel great on keto (kills inflammation) and great when running regularly

like

Hi.. How much i can for 6 yrs exp .interviewed in tcs.. Current pckg -7.8 fixed and 9.4 (with variabl) .skill automation testing

Can someone explain what is the diff bw Assurance and Consulting?

like

Reposting: anxious q- should incoming juniors start thinking of backup plans? Were offers revoked in 08/09? Or start dates pushed? Would be starting at a V10 in lit if that helps. Thanks all.

like

What do young single people do other then date and hang with friends?

like

Got an offer within Product Ops (Mt View) for L4, 145k base, 15% bonus, 185k equity (33/33/22/12), 15 sign on. One competing offer (that is lower) and only MBB promotion to Engagement manager in a few months as leverage point. Any fish guidance on how the offer fares up / how to proceed / what comp I should push for?

like

Received an offer for Director of BD comp. What's the typical base for a private clinical stage company?

like

Partner sends out TY email for great teamwork on a large project. Senior forwards the email to myself and other staff. People who put most amount of hours were excluded from Partner's email. Cont.

like

What’s the proper etiquette for telling your team that you’ll be switching service lines?

like

I have a Canadian work permit, and am looking for jobs in Canada. I have 5 years of work experience. Can anyone please refer me in your organisation?

like

How does everyone in this bowl feel towards master’s degrees in data science/analytics? I didn’t study this in undergrad so I’m looking to get an analytics degree but I’ve heard mixed reviews.

like

If you don’t know what you’ll be spending in retirement, how do you know whether to put the majority of your money pre tax or post tax?

like

I am a sixth-year associate overseeing a second year. They are an exceptionally good associate. I am honestly shocked at the work product I receive and the way they go above and beyond. The issue I have is that they sometimes take awhile to turn things around. For example, I ask for a draft response to the client, and they take three-four days. I know they’re busy, but I would like to address this in a positive way. Any suggestions?

like

I'm thinking about starting with a new company. I'm a commercial workers compensation underwriter with almost 3 years of experience. I currently make around 38k but I'm hearing that this is low for the market. Thinking about going to Travlers or Hartford. Anyone have experience there? What was your salary?

like

What is the average salary for a senior business analyst or a product owner at insurance companies?

like

Has any one went from reinsurance back to insurance? The money is great and all but the W/L balance isn’t. Has anyone else felt the same?

like

There are many openings for SAP consultants at EY GDS .
DM me if interested.

like

It's an exhausting time to be working in this industry, to say the least. How do you prevent taking your work home with you?

like

Hi All, please provide your inputs.
Which of the following opportunity is better in terms of learning opportunities, technical and career growth.

1) JP Morgan, Banglore - 18 LPA (fixed) - Apache spark, Java.
2) CITI, Pune - 21.7(fixed) - C10, Java+Angular full stack developer role
3) Barclays, Pune - 18.5 LPA (fixed) - BA3, Java backend developer

Experience: 4.10 yrs
My current location is nearer to Pune.

TIA!

like
like

Additional Posts in Over 60 consulting

How is working with the various generations?
Share your stories, funny, hard, or just silly stuff

like

Any challengers with health issues?

like

Any Peoplesoft financial functional open positions? C2C. My current project ending this month with state agency, Texas. Please let me know if any new openings. Appreciate the help! Loc:Dallas now

like

What have been your experiences with ‘ageism’ (age discrimination) in your companies?

like

How are those over 60 handling covid 19 aspects of being labeled population that should treated differently when coming back (or if allowed to) to work?

like

If you are close to 60 join our bowl to discuss consulting challenges and successes

like

How is traveling going?
Any recommendations for making it easier?
Flex days, working at home

like

How do you handle working for 30 and 40 year olds who know less than you?

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal