What Do You Actually Want Your Life to Look Like?

In Episode 4 of Retirement: The Great Escape Plan, host Jenny Brown and JBS Financial Strategists business partner Warren Hanna are joined by long-time client Mike McCarthy to share a real-life perspective on transitioning into retirement. If you've read Retirement: The Great Escape Plan, you may recognise parts of Mike's story, but in this episode, we go much deeper. Together, they explore one of the most important questions in retirement planning: What do you actually want your life to look like? Mike reflects on his own journey from a busy working life into retirement, sharing what surprised him, what took time to figure out, and how both he and his wife have shaped a life that feels meaningful, balanced and enjoyable. The conversation brings to life the idea that retirement isn't just about having enough, it's about knowing what you're retiring to. From finding purpose beyond a job title, to creating structure, connection and a sense of contribution, Mike's story is a powerful reminder that this stage of life can be deeply rewarding when approached with intention. As Jenny and Warren highlight, the most important planning often starts not with numbers, but with better questions about how you want to spend your days, what gives you energy, and what a really good ordinary day might look like. ✨ Because thriving should be fun… and naps should be epic. Mike McCarthy's Books: https://shop.lrrsa.org.au/?s=mccarthy&post_type=product, Plus if you would like to know more about Puffing Billy head here: https://puffingbillyrailway.org.au/  // Connect with JBS Financial // LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Whilst all care has been taken in the preparation of this material, no warranty is given in respect of the information provided and accordingly JBS Financial Strategists Pty Ltd, an Australian Financial Services License Holder (N 486674), nor its related entities, employees or agents shall be liable on any ground whatsoever with respect to decisions or actions taken as a result of you acting upon such information.