Like most life changes, the transition to retirement can be filled with surprises. Yet most retirement brochures, advertisements and planning advice overlook the biggest retirement surprises faced by many retirees.
With the right plan, retirement can be a time of great freedom, leisure and enjoyment of life. Yet research from the Retirement Coaches Association reveals almost half of retirees found the transition to be more difficult than they expected.
Biggest retirement surprises
I recently read a discussion thread about the biggest retirement surprises in an online group of retirees. The comments validated the findings of that research. Some respondents seemed to be living their best life. On the other hand, many others reported missing their jobs and feeling bored, lonely, and unfulfilled.
A non-financial retirement plan can help
Taking the time before retirement to put together a non-financial retirement plan can help you avoid unpleasant retirement surprises.
Set yourself up for a smooth transition by learning from the experience of other retirees. Join my webinar to learn seven things no-one tells you about retirement.
Webinar details
This free webinar is suitable for anyone who has recently retired, or is thinking about retiring in the next five years.
Join me on December 2, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Seven things no-one tells you about retirement
- How a retirement coach can help you avoid unpleasant retirement surprises
- Things you can do now to prepare for a smooth transition
Space is limited, so sign up today to get started on creating your second life vision. First, complete this registration form. Then, watch for an email with details on how to join the session.
I look forward to seeing you there.
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