Your Ideal Retirement Workbook - by Larry Jacobson (Paperback)

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"As an early adopter of coaching people on the nonfinancial aspects of retirement, Larry Jacobson has earned his national recognition as a thought leader in the field. This book's curriculum really does take one from not knowing what to do with one's time in retirement, all the way through to having a plan and knowing the first steps in that plan. Larry goes deep and asks very good questions. The chapters are topics we all face as we turn retirement age, and through the progress you make in the book, Larry helps you redefine the word retirement for your needs and desires. His creativity shines and the writing is five-star all the way. His take on managing your fears is particularly original and his wisdom comes from real experience. This book brings nonfinancial retirement coaching to the masses, and I'm glad to see that it's Larry doing this for all of us."

-Chip Conley, founder and CEO of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), author of Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Life Gets Better With Age

"Larry Jacobson's Your Ideal Retirement Workbook is an essential guide for anyone standing at the precipice of retirement. Meticulously crafted, it offers a unique blend of insightful exercises, practical strategies, and heartfelt advice, ensuring your retirement journey is not just planned, but purposeful and fulfilling. Jacobson's expertise shines through every page, transforming the daunting task of retirement planning into an inspiring voyage of self-discovery and passion pursuit. A must-read for those seeking a vibrant and meaningful post-career life."

--Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE, former president of the National Speakers Association, author of Deliver Unforgettable Presentations

"Larry has done it again and the result is a must-read! Combine corporate expertise, decades of experience, wisdom, a six-year sailing adventure around the globe, and practical application coaching clients from broad industries/all walks of life, and the result...a book destined to be an important go-to guide. Larry has always promoted having a purpose and a plan. This book shows you how. Don't retire without it."

--Joyce Cohen, career transition and life planning specialist, cofounder of My Future Purpose, author of Diving Into Living...My Way series

"I just turned seventy-eight, and I'm tired. Should I retire? I'm in pretty good health, and I could use the money from continuing to work. Should I move to assisted living? Do I really need to? Shouldn't I move in before I need to? Or should I?

"The questions were endless, each opening yet another question. These were the sorts of things I would formerly chew over with my husband. They were plaguing me, and my husband was no longer available.

"I turned to Larry Jacobson, retirement coach. He listened carefully and inquired about the countless and very particular factors of my unique life situation. Being a rabbi, I am aware that each person's case is unlike any other and needs its own wise consideration. At the conclusion of his guidance, I felt clear and confident in what my next moves should be.

"I am delighted to see that this book is available to help so many of us who are aging. This last phase of life is one that our culture is not so eager to embrace, consequently leaving many of us without the guidance we need. But here it is! This book will companion you with assurance as you step into your new self, maximizing your opportunities for joy and fulfillment."

--Rabbi Me'irah Iliinsky, MSW, MA Hebrew Letters, community rabbi at Rhoda Goldman Plaza Assisted Living Center, author of Mapping the Journey: The Mourner & the Soul, director of the School of Jewish Living Arts

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