You'll Thank Yourself For Not Telling Your Story

 Nothing can send the signal that you are "old" as starting out to tell your story - especially about the high points of your former career. 

If you go the distance on that and publish a memoir such a narrative could even label you as a has-been who is struggling way too hard for relevance. In that category are the recent memoirs of both Hillary and Bill Clinton. We roll our eyes and wonder why they can't get it that it is time to pass the torch to a new generation of politicos. 

Semiretirement brings the wonderment of a fresh start. That infinite possibility can be undermined if you circle back to storytelling. The public relations and marketing sectors, both in decline, might have gotten it wrong about "telling your story." 

Think about it: We humans pony up the big bucks for therapists to hear our stories. One reason is that no one else wants to hear those. Self-help programs have been taking it on the chin because, sure, the members tell their stories but they tend to stay stuck in their stories. There is not movement out of the darkness.

Instead of telling your story, plow your energy and other resources into the actual activities which move the needle on your ability to earn income from working, post-career. 

I predict pushback on storytelling. The meme could evolve: Thank you for not telling your story.

You made it this far. The next phase for how to continue working could be semiretirement. Coach For Seniors Jane Genova will give you a complimentary consultation about continuing to make a buck, at any age. Text/phone 203-468-8579, email janegenova374@gmail.com for appointment. Fees custom-made for your current budget.




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