Work Sucks. Or Does It?
Do you think work sucks? If you had the choice, would you work less? How much less? George G talks about how to make it better!
Listen to us On
About the Episode
Do you think work sucks? Is it something you’d prefer to not do, or maybe you wish you could do more of it? Is a six day work week better than four, or vice versa?
George G shares his perspective on work versus a career, how to shift your perspective, and how to get the most out of your job!
Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
Have George G speak
https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
Find George G’s books here
The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2024.
George Grombacher
Host
Episode Transcript
today’s letter comes to us from Little Sarah Little Sarah writes, Dear George, gee, would you rather I’d love? Would you rather so much fun? Great job Little Sarah, would you rather work one day a week? Or six days a week? Oof, whatever, either work one day a week or six days a week? I imagine that what prompted this letter? Was the news that Greece was bucking the trend of the other countries in Europe and probably all over the world? Well, that’s probably not true at all.
That’s probably not true at all, of working four days a week, I don’t imagine that they’re working four days a week in China, nor do I imagine they’re doing that in India, or in the majority of the world, frankly, outside of Western countries. So would I rather work six days a week or one day a week? And my answer to that question is I’d probably rather work six days a week, then what I simply cannot imagine only working one day a week. Now, all of this is dependent, and
I guess reliant on what kind of work you are doing, how you think and feel about work, and all these things. So an enormous amount of nuance. But let me ask you this, what what would you prefer, I think your your fast knee jerk responses one day a week, just rather work one day a week, and then have the remaining six days to do as you pleased. So
and I don’t disagree with that. Now, I am a very fortunate person in that I enjoy what I do. And so my perception and beliefs and thoughts about work may be different. I’m sure it’s different than other people, just as other people’s ideas are different than mine. There’s probably some people that want to work every minute of every day and don’t want to sleep and just want to keep doing what they’re doing. That’s not me. I’m interested in having a balanced life. But I am akin and prefer to talk about work life balance as rhythm, just be able to, to be able to have the right strike the right rhythm, the right pace, to all the things that I do all the different parts of my life. So that’s what I’m striving for. So it’s never going to be probably never going to be the same every day.
More Episodes
How to Overcome Market Risk in Retirement Using Annuities
Retirement should be a time of peace and freedom—not stress and financial uncertainty. But for many retirees, one major concern threatens that vision: market risk. The fear of a stock market downturn wiping out years of hard-earned savings can keep even the most...
How to Set Up Your Retirement Budget and Create Guaranteed Income with a Fixed Annuity
One of the most important steps to enjoying a stress-free and financially secure retirement is having a well-planned retirement budget — and making sure that budget is supported by reliable, guaranteed income. While investment accounts can offer growth, they also...
How to Make Sure You Don’t Outlive Your Retirement Nest Egg — With the Help of Annuities
One of the biggest fears facing retirees today isn’t boredom, health issues, or even the rising cost of living. It’s the fear of outliving their money. And it's a valid concern. With people living longer, markets remaining unpredictable, and inflation eating away at...
How to Have an Anxiety-Free Retirement Using Budgeting and Annuities
Retirement should be a time to relax, explore your passions, and enjoy the life you've worked so hard to build. But for many retirees, financial anxiety can cast a long shadow over those golden years. One of the most effective ways to manage this anxiety is through...
How to Manage Financial Uncertainty and Anxiety in Retirement Using Annuities
Retirement is meant to be a time of relaxation, freedom, and enjoyment. But for many retirees, it can also bring anxiety and uncertainty—especially about finances. Concerns about outliving savings, market volatility, rising costs, and unpredictable healthcare expenses...
How to Handle Inflation on a Fixed Income in Retirement
Inflation is one of the biggest threats to a comfortable and sustainable retirement. As prices for everyday goods and services increase over time, the purchasing power of your money decreases. For retirees living on a fixed income, this can be especially challenging....
Finding Safety in Retirement with Annuities
Planning for retirement is one of the most significant financial journeys a person takes. While retirement is often envisioned as a time of relaxation and enjoyment, many people face the looming question: "Will my money last?" With market volatility, rising healthcare...
Using Annuities to Overcome the Fear of Spending Too Much in Retirement
One of the biggest concerns for retirees is striking the right balance between enjoying their savings and making sure they don’t run out of money. The fear of spending too much too soon can lead to financial anxiety, limiting a retiree’s ability to fully enjoy their...
Why Investors Choose Annuities for Secure Retirement Income
Planning for retirement is one of the most critical financial decisions a person will make. With concerns about market volatility, longevity, and sustainable income, many investors turn to annuities as a solution for secure retirement income. But what makes annuities...
Join the show.
Interested in being on the show? Tell me a little bit more about you and what you’d like to talk about!