What do you do for work? It's the icebreaker question of all questions. After all, we spend most of our working years focused on our careers and building a life that works within the confines of employment. In contrast, the prospect of retirement often feels tantalizing. You might expect this time to feel meaningful and fulfilling. Retirement planning may even...[ read more ]
Retirement can mean long vacations, more time with grandchildren, and pursuing new hobbies and passions. But in some cases, it can also mean going back to work. Research shows that nearly 40% of previously-retired employees rejoin the workforce at some point. Furthermore, roughly half of retirees indicate that they would return to work if the right opportunity arose. That said,...[ read more ]
Do you feel stressed at work? If so, you're not alone. Research shows that a quarter of Americans indicate their job is the leading cause of stress in their lives. Moreover, 70% of adults report that workplace stress negatively impacts their relationships, and 50% of people routinely bring their work home. While some stress may be unavoidable, learning to set...[ read more ]