Don Gleason: Life's True Compass: Aligning Values, Work, and Relationships

Explore the profound journey of identity beyond professional roles with Don Gleason and Len Hayduchok. This episode delves into career transitions, purposeful living, and aligning personal values with lasting fulfillment.In this episode, Len Hayduchok and our guest, Don Gleason, discuss:Identity Beyond Job TitleIntentional Life and Career PlanningWork-Life Harmony and BalanceRelationships Over Professional AchievementsFulfillment in Retirement and Career TransitionsKey Takeaways:Your identity isn't defined by your job title or rank. Mapping out your life goals, desires, and purpose creates a roadmap for meaningful experiences.Relationships matter more than professional achievements, and people must invest time and energy in family, friends, and personal connections to create lasting fulfillment.Work-life harmony requires continuous self-reflection and adjustment. Retirement isn't about stopping work but discovering a new purpose. “When you're on your deathbed, what are you going to ask for? Are you going to ask for all those awards on your walls or the people in your life?" — Don GleasonAbout the guest, Don Gleason:Don leverages his passion to “help people find the career that energizes them and life that fulfills them.” He knew early in life his passion to “Clean America’s Waters” and then “lead teams to new heights.” After 42 years in military and corporate leadership positions, he now helps others find their passion, as many know the destination but not the path.Connect with Don Gleason:Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-gleason Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12373390/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dongleason39 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donlgleason/ About the host, Len Hayduchok:Len Hayduchok is a Certified Financial Planner with over 25 years of experience in the financial services profession. He is the founder and President of Dedicated Financial Services and Dedicated Senior Advisors, providing comprehensive wealth management programs to individuals in their retirement and retirement-planning years. Len is committed to advising clients based on their best interests and has extensive training in securities and life insurance. He is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business and Biblical Theological Seminary. Len is dedicated to client and community education, offering various resources and instruction on retirement-related topics. Learn more about Len’s book:MaxAMAZING Your Retirement: Practical Guidance for an Enjoyable and Fulfilling Capstone to Your LifeBook website: https://maxamazing.com/ The book "MaxAMAZING Your Retirement" challenges the conventional view of retirement as merely accumulating assets and emphasizes the importance of aligning financial resources with one's true values and desires. Len introduces his Life/Money System, guiding readers through a journey of self-discovery and financial planning to achieve a meaningful and fulfilling retirement.Dedicated Financial Services (Company website): https://www.dedicatedfinancialservices.com/    CONNECT WITH LEN:Website: https://maxamazing.com/len-hayduchok/Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel AlvarezAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.