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Anonymous
Just retired from a position I held for over 27 years. Loved the job and people and now getting used to retirement!
JasonI'm an entrepreneur in Silicon Valley.
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12/17/18 at 12:05AM UTC
Of course.
JasonI'm an entrepreneur in Silicon Valley.
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12/14/18 at 12:21PM UTC
If you do get bored or want to do something fun on the side, try consulting or advising startups. Its very easy to do and you may make a little money doing it. But generally you are just answering questions based on your knowledge and encouraging people to think in the right direction. (PS I work for a consultancy firm if you are interested..)
Anonymous
12/16/18 at 6:29PM UTC
At various times I have been a consultant. And I can still do so in the industry I retired from, but I think, and I'm going to try hard, to pursue other interests. Thanks!
Anonymous
12/14/18 at 1:37AM UTC
That's big!! Congrats. I can't imagine a day where I won't be working ha. Interested to hear what kind of hobbies/pursuits you've taken to!
Anonymous
12/16/18 at 6:28PM UTC
I plan to take a language, and get into a pottery class and take some classes for enjoyment like history, geneology
Lady PeleRetired Project Manager
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12/13/18 at 12:54PM UTC
Congratulations, now the fun begins! Your new job is to ensure that you enjoy your retirement. The hours are flexible, and you have complete autonomy.
Anonymous
12/13/18 at 12:54AM UTC
I'm curious -- what does it feel like? I am very worried about whether I could ever get used to retirement. It sounds nice at times but do you feel like its going to change your identity?
Leader518470
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12/16/18 at 6:26PM UTC
In the beginning it was very odd. I would get up and try to check my phone voice mails and try to jump in t he shower. Then I'd stop and say Wait, what am I doing? I plan to take a language, do pottery and take classes. I have my Bachelors, but it would be nice to take classes that I just enjoy without worrying about degrees. I keep up with my former industry, although I'm still trying to make the break. It's not an easy transition for everyone, but staying occupied is one way. It still feels strange to me.
Megan SmolenDirector of Community at Fairygodboss
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12/12/18 at 10:44PM UTC
Huge congrats!
Anonymous
12/12/18 at 10:23PM UTC
Congratulations! I'm sure you made an amazing impact with your career :)
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