Welcome to Awe-Inspired and Retired! This week is a unique episode where Caleb and Riley discuss three of their favourite retirement and farewell speeches. These speeches are compelling and offer inspiring advice for today and future phases of life.

Learn more about:

  • Three inspiring speeches by Dwight Eisenhower (34th President of the United States), Patrick Pichette (Former Google CFO) and Mary Schmich (Chicago Tribune)
  • Ways we can practice a level of excitement and sense of hope for the next phase of life
  • Taking time to look back on the things we accomplished with contentment, and and feel secure that we are making the right choices

Memorable Quotes:

“Dwight Eisenhower was also a world-class bridge player. The key thing about being good at those kinds of games is that you have to know, or believe you know, how to read your enemy. His motto that he often said was, “Plans are worthless, but planning is everything.”

“Good judgement seeks balance and progress; lack of it eventually finds imbalance and frustration.”

“Get to know your parents. You never know when they’ll be gone for good. Be nice to your siblings. They’re your best link to your past and the people most likely to stick with you in the future.”

Resources:
Dwight Eisenhower: Farewell Radio and Television Address to the American People
Patrick Pichette: This retirement letter from Google’s CFO is like few you’ll ever read
Mary Schmich: Wear Sunscreen

Hosted by Caleb Miller and Riley Anderson of InvestorDNA

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