A significant portion of American men are concerned aboutretirement, with some even fearing it more than death. Specifically, 44% of mensurveyed express greater fear of retirement than of death, according to YahooFinance. This apprehension is not limited to financial concerns; many men alsoworry about potential boredom and loss of purpose in retirement, as reported byNasdaq. Additionally, a large percentage of working Americans, including men,are anxious about the possibility of insufficient funds for retirement.
Michael Kay, Life Coach and Professional Speaker, emphasizesthat life will be challenging if one allows it to happen passively. Thetransition from professional life to retirement is fraught with obstacles anddifficulties. In his career as a fee-only financial planner, Mr. Kay guidedclients through the complexities of identifying their purpose and values. Now,as a coach and speaker, he continues this work without the financial aspects.Mr. Kay's personal transitions—from musician to CPA, to financial planner, tobusiness creator and owner, to author, and then to life coach—have presentednumerous challenges. He is dedicated to assisting others through similartransitions.
To support men transitioning from their careers, Mr. Kayfounded Chapter X, a community aimed at helping them navigate this criticalperiod. As a Certified Life Coach, he assists individuals in recognizing andpursuing their core values. Mr. Kay acknowledges the disorderliness of life andhighlights the importance of having someone to provide support and askpertinent questions. After a five-decade hiatus, he has returned to his initialpassion, music, and finds great enjoyment in it. Additionally, he has shiftedhis focus from writing non-fiction to fiction, relishing the creativity ofcrafting characters and stories for entertainment.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Kay volunteers toassist elderly individuals with managing their bills, mail, and other tasks,striving to be a reliable companion. He maintains physical activity throughweight training and yoga.
For more information: https://michaelfkay.com/
Email: mk@michaelfkay.com
LinkedIn: @MichaelF.Kay
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