With rising living costs, longer lifespans, and AI reshaping the workforce, many Americans are rethinking what retirement actually means. It’s no longer just about saving enough to stop working, it’s about designing financial freedom with purpose.
I see a growing trend of professionals choosing semi-retirement, remote consulting, or digital ventures instead of fully stepping back.
Maybe the goal isn’t to quit work forever but to work on your own terms.
What’s your vision of retirement in this new economy?