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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 18 MIN

The Biggest Mistake People Make About Retirement and How to Find Purpose After Work

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

What’s the secret to thriving in retirement? In this episode, Erika Andersen, founder of Proteus and leadership coach, reveals the most common mistake people make when planning for retirement focusing only on money and logistics, while overlooking the deeper question: Who will I choose to become?Discover Erika’s practical tools for finding purpose and meaning in later life, reigniting curiosity, and being the boss of your own journey. If you’re approaching retirement or navigating a major life transition, this video is your roadmap to a vibrant, intentional third act.✨ Learn more and connect with Erika Andersen: https://ericaanderson.com🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersenerika/#Retirement #PurposeDrivenLife #LifeAfterWork #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #IntentionalLiving #MakingOfMePodcast

What’s the secret to thriving in retirement? In this episode, Erika Andersen, founder of Proteus and leadership coach, reveals the most common mistake people make when planning for retirement focusing only on money and logistics, while overlooking the deeper question: Who will I choose to become?Discover Erika’s practical tools for finding purpose and meaning in later life, reigniting curiosity, and being the boss of your own journey. If you’re approaching retirement or navigating a major life transition, this video is your roadmap to a vibrant, intentional third act.✨ Learn more and connect with Erika Andersen: https://ericaanderson.com🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersenerika/#Retirement #PurposeDrivenLife #LifeAfterWork #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #IntentionalLiving #MakingOfMePodcast

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