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Ever wondered if you’re accidentally setting yourself up to fail, especially when it comes to retirement planning?

On this episode of “Your Telecom Retirement,” you’ll discover a blend of personal anecdotes and hard-earned financial wisdom that could radically shift how you approach retirement planning. bob
It’s not just a story-sharing session; it’s a deep dive into the reality of preparing for your future financially, without the sugar coating.

What You’ll Discover:

📖 The Florida Office Misadventure (00:50) – Learn how a seemingly brilliant business idea turned into a lesson on market research and realistic expectations.

🏠 Real Estate Woes and Wins (08:07) – Dive into a personal tale of real estate investment gone awry and the lessons learned about research, planning, and managing expectations.

🧐 Rethinking Retirement Planning (18:21) – Understand how common misconceptions and lack of planning can derail your retirement goals.

📈 The Power of Accurate Data (20:21) – Explore why accurate inputs in financial tools are crucial for realistic retirement planning.

💡 Valuable Lessons Learned (22:03) – Realize the importance of professional advice, experience, and avoiding reliance on luck in financial planning.

This episode is more than just financial advice; it’s a journey through real-life experiences that highlight the importance of meticulous planning and seeking expert guidance.

Tune in to transform these insights into actionable steps for your retirement planning!

EPISODE LINKS
You can download a free digital copy of Dennis’ book “Retirement Built Right – The Essential Guide for Telephone Employees!” here: https://theverizonguy.pages.ontraport.net/ebookoptin

ABOUT THE SHOW
Tap into Dennis O’Keefe’s 30+ years of experience helping telecom employees maximize their company-specific benefits packages for situations including early retirement, buyout offers, career changes and more!

Featuring actionable, practical how-to advice along with stories of REAL telecom employees Dennis has helped navigate through every benefits situation imaginable, each episode of “Your Telecom Retirement” focuses on how to maximize the money you take out of your time working for telecom.

Dennis’ expertise has been featured by Business Insider, The Boston Globe and Yahoo! Finance.

Connect with Dennis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisokeefe-/

Visit Dennis’ website: https://www.successfulmoney.com/

Please see our disclosures statement here: https://www.successfulmoney.com/website-disclosure

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On this episode of Your Telecom Retirement, you’ll discover the subtle shifts in the corporate world that signal a seismic change in retirement planning.

If you think pensions are a relic of the past, buckle up – we’re about to explore the twists and turns of employee benefits through the decades and how history may be poised to repeat itself.

What You’ll Discover:

📉 (0:01) – The vanishing act of pensions in the telecom industry and beyond, and what it means for your financial future

💰 (0:56) – A critical look at the shift from pensions to 401(k)s and the real math behind this trade-off

🚗 (2:04) – Comparisons between the evolution of automobile safety and corporate benefits – what seat belts and pensions have in common

🔄 (2:47) – The “what’s old is new again” phenomenon: How current trends might be harbingers of a pension renaissance

🤝 (11:44) – The unexpected consequences of corporate cost-cutting on community, loyalty, and productivity

💸 (14:32) – The stark reality facing employees who’ve eschewed pensions for pay raises – and the looming retirement crisis

🌐 (18:09) – Why our cultural and economic shifts could circle back to the surprising resurrection of pensions

This is not just a history lesson, but a wake-up call.

As a society, we are at a crossroads, facing the consequences of our choices and the potential for a future where we may demand a return to stability.

In this episode, we’ll unravel the intricacies of our working world and what it means for those clocking in today and clocking out tomorrow.

EPISODE LINKS
You can download a free digital copy of Dennis’ book “Retirement Built Right – The Essential Guide for Telephone Employees!” here: https://theverizonguy.pages.ontraport.net/ebookoptin

ABOUT THE SHOW
Tap into Dennis O’Keefe’s 30+ years of experience helping telecom employees maximize their company-specific benefits packages for situations including early retirement, buyout offers, career changes and more!

Featuring actionable, practical how-to advice along with stories of REAL telecom employees Dennis has helped navigate through every benefits situation imaginable, each episode of “Your Telecom Retirement” focuses on how to maximize the money you take out of your time working for telecom.

Dennis’ expertise has been featured by Business Insider, The Boston Globe and Yahoo! Finance.

Connect with Dennis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisokeefe-/

Visit Dennis’ website: https://www.successfulmoney.com/

Please see our disclosures statement here: https://www.successfulmoney.com/website-disclosure

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Ever found yourself nodding along to an idea just because it feels familiar? Or perhaps sticking to a financial plan because it’s worked in the past, without questioning its efficiency today? It’s not just you; it’s confirmation bias at play, and it can be a silent saboteur in both our everyday life and financial futures.

On this episode of “Your Telecom Retirement,” you’ll discover:

🧠 (0:01) – The intriguing psychology behind confirmation bias and how it can masquerade as logical thinking.

📘 (0:19) – Insights from the Nobel Prize-winning work featured in “Thinking, Fast and Slow” and how it applies to our financial lives.

🏡 (2:11) – A deep dive into the “junk drawer” phenomenon in your home and how it mirrors financial behaviors.

📈 (11:29) – Real-life examples of how overlooking confirmation bias can impact investment outcomes

💡 (17:08) – Strategies for ensuring your retirement plans are reality-proof and not just comfort-based.

We’ll unpack these topics and more, providing you with the tools to recognize and overcome the pitfalls of confirmation bias.

Ready to challenge your financial assumptions and pave the way for a secure retirement?
Tune in now to sharpen your fiscal acumen.

EPISODE LINKS
You can download a free digital copy of Dennis’ book “Retirement Built Right – The Essential Guide for Telephone Employees!” here: https://theverizonguy.pages.ontraport.net/ebookoptin

ABOUT THE SHOW
Tap into Dennis O’Keefe’s 30+ years of experience helping telecom employees maximize their company-specific benefits packages for situations including early retirement, buyout offers, career changes and more!

Featuring actionable, practical how-to advice along with stories of REAL telecom employees Dennis has helped navigate through every benefits situation imaginable, each episode of “Your Telecom Retirement” focuses on how to maximize the money you take out of your time working for telecom.

Dennis’ expertise has been featured by Business Insider, The Boston Globe and Yahoo! Finance.

Connect with Dennis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisokeefe-/

Visit Dennis’ website: https://www.successfulmoney.com/

Please see our disclosures statement here: https://www.successfulmoney.com/website-disclosure

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Imagine this: You’re sitting in your car, about to enter a state-of-the-art car wash, and you’re hit with a revelation about modern economics, hedge funds, and the unsung heroism of small businesses.
Sounds like the start of a financial thriller, right?

Well, on this episode of “Your Telecom Retirement,” we dive into some unexpected intersections of everyday life with the complex world of investments – and why you shouldn’t sweat the big money moves in the long run.

On this episode, you’ll discover:

🚿 (0:35) – The high-tech wizardry of modern car washes and what RFID stickers on your car have to do with environmental conservation.

💼 (2:11) – A deep dive into hedge funds and private equity – demystifying these financial giants and what they mean for you.

🏡 (4:32) – The alarming trend of hedge funds buying up single-family homes, and why this might not be the housing apocalypse it seems.

🍽️ (9:03) – A nostalgic journey from family-owned diners to franchise fever – and back again – highlighting the resilience of local businesses.

🔄 (22:25) – The cyclical nature of business and investment trends, offering a hopeful outlook for future entrepreneurs and consumers alike.

Ready for a thought-provoking journey through the world of modern economics, with a side of car wash trivia?

Tune in and let’s unravel these threads together – it’s not your typical financial podcast episode!

EPISODE LINKS
You can download a free digital copy of Dennis’ book “Retirement Built Right – The Essential Guide for Telephone Employees!” here: https://theverizonguy.pages.ontraport.net/ebookoptin

ABOUT THE SHOW
Tap into Dennis O’Keefe’s 30+ years of experience helping telecom employees maximize their company-specific benefits packages for situations including early retirement, buyout offers, career changes and more!

Featuring actionable, practical how-to advice along with stories of REAL telecom employees Dennis has helped navigate through every benefits situation imaginable, each episode of “Your Telecom Retirement” focuses on how to maximize the money you take out of your time working for telecom.

Dennis’ expertise has been featured by Business Insider, The Boston Globe and Yahoo! Finance.

Connect with Dennis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisokeefe-/

Visit Dennis’ website: https://www.successfulmoney.com/

Please see our disclosures statement here: https://www.successfulmoney.com/website-disclosure