1 - What is retirement?

Before we dive into the how-tos of retirement planning, there's a more important question to ask: what does retirement actually mean to you? In this opening episode, host Nick Hutchings reflects on how the meaning of retirement has evolved over the past few decades—and why defining it for yourself is the most powerful first step you can take. You'll hear about the diverse ways people describe retirement in Nick's work as a Chartered Financial Planner, and why unclear expectations can lead to what he calls "analysis paralysis." Whether it's freedom, purpose, or simply rest you're after, this episode will help you get clear on what you're really planning for. In this episode: Why the "old school" view of retirement no longer fits The risk of retirement without a vision Real-life examples of how different people define it Nick's take on how you can build a version of retirement that actually excites you Ready to rethink retirement? Let's begin. 🎧 Listen now and start shaping a future you're excited about.