Ken Kelling, a professional live coach, shares his journey from a successful career in PR and marketing to becoming a retirement coach. He emphasizes the importance of preparing for retirement not just financially, but also mentally and emotionally. Ken helps people aged 55 to 65 develop a roadmap for their future lives. He believes that too much emphasis is placed on retirement income and saving for the future, and not enough on the adjustments and non-financial decisions needed to have a happy and successful retirement.
Before becoming a Live Coach, he worked in TV and radio interviews, as well as in the cultural sector and tourism. He also had the opportunity to work for the Olympic Games in 2012, which was an exciting experience for him. After the Olympics, he wondered what he should do next. Ken Kelling discusses the importance of planning for retirement, not just financially but also mentally. He emphasizes the need for individuals to consider their identity and purpose beyond their work. Without a plan, people may feel lost and adrift in retirement. Nicolette shares her own experience of feeling uncertain about her identity and purpose in her early 30s. One of the main mistakes people make in thinking about retirement is not considering how they want to live their life and what they want to do. Many people focus solely on the financial aspect of retirement and fail to think about their purpose and identity.
They may miss the sense of identity and purpose that work provides, as well as the routine and social connections. It's important to think about how to replace these aspects in retirement and how to find fulfillment and purpose beyond work. As people are living longer and healthier lives, they have the opportunity to continue contributing to society and making a difference in the world even in their later years. Mick Jagger, for example, is still performing and touring at the age of 78. This highlights the potential for individuals to stay engaged and fulfilled well into their older age.
Nicolette discusses her desire to continue practicing and connecting with people even in her older age. Overall, the conversation provides valuable advice and inspiration for individuals approaching or in retirement.
Takeaways

1. Preparing for retirement involves more than just financial planning
2. The mindset and non-financial decisions are crucial for a happy and successful retirement
3. Too much emphasis is placed on retirement income and saving, and not enough on other aspects of retirement
4. Retirement coaching can help individuals develop a roadmap for their future lives Ken Kelling had a happy childhood growing up in Wales
5. After the Olympics, he was unsure of what to do next Planning for retirement is not just about financial security, but also about considering one's identity and purpose beyond work.
6. Without a plan, individuals may feel lost and adrift in retirement
7. Managing finances and maintaining social connections are important aspects of retirement
8. Looking forward and focusing on the future is more beneficial than dwelling on regrets or missed opportunities

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