Stop Waiting — How to Start Retirement Planning (Myths, Excuses & First Steps)

Too many people delay the single conversation that fixes half their retirement anxiety. In this episode Chris Drew dismantles the most common excuses — “I don’t know where to start,” “it’s too overwhelming,” “advisors only work with the wealthy,” “I’m too late,” and “I don’t want a lecture” — and turns each into a simple first step you can take this week. Hear clear, practical advice on what a planner actually does (cost-and-risk and overlap reports, Social Security timing, Roth conversion pacing), why HSAs and catch-up contributions matter, and how to pick affordable, concrete moves that reduce risk and increase optionality. If you’ve been putting it off because you’re embarrassed, scared of sales, or afraid of making a costly late move, this episode shows how a fiduciary coach makes the process stress-free and scalable — from $50k to $5M. Tactical, empathetic, and action-oriented: a short roadmap for turning hesitation into a copy-and-paste plan you can implement today. Want help taking the first step? Book a free consultation at https://askthecaptain.com or call 833-DREW-CAP (833-373-9227).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.