In the workplace, we often meet middle-aged colleagues like Lao Wang who are about to retire, and they are full of anxiety and confusion about their future life.
As a senior employee, after decades of experience in the company, it is inevitable that my mood will fluctuate when I am faced with the challenge of leaving the familiar environment and entering a new stage of life.
Once, during dinner, Lao Wang confided in me: "Xiao Xu, now I am more and more overwhelmed. ”
The 47-year-old Wang is only a few years away from his statutory retirement. Although we usually talk and laugh, we have recently noticed that he is becoming more and more worried.
The routine in the unit made me aesthetically tired. Lao Wang sighed, "I want to change the environment, but I haven't saved enough money!" Regret not working harder and saving money in the past. ”
After listening to Lao Wang's frank expression of his inner feelings, I deeply understood and resonated.
A person who is entering middle age and about to retire is often plagued by questions about the future. However, rushing is not a good solution.
Therefore, I would like to warn Lao Wang to do it before he is about to retire"4 don't"：
First of all, "don't rush to change jobs".
Although external companies may offer high remuneration and favorable treatment, it is not advisable to give up the current stable position.
Second, "don't move jobs too often."
Building a network of relationships over the years takes time and doesn't have to be thrown away. If you have to be transferred, you can also wait for the last change of guard one year before retirement.
But now it's better to be honest and put down roots, and don't always think about new environments and new opportunities.
Third, "don't rush into networking."
Networking takes a long time, and if you suddenly show enthusiasm now, your colleagues will think you're having something to offer.
Maybe you want to have a good relationship with them, but with such a big age difference, it is difficult for you to have a common language, and it is not appropriate for the young to have a treat.
On the contrary, it is better to care more about subordinates and colleagues at the same time, and help them solve some practical difficulties, so as to establish sincere feelings.
Finally, "there is no need to rush for performance".
There is no need to worry about the assessment, I really want to leave some results, and it is enough to complete the tasks assigned by the leader.
But don't deliberately compare the baht, hold some flashy exhibitions to do superficial work.
Everyone should learn to accept the arrangement of fate and face the future calmly.
Now that you've accumulated years of experience and resources, you'll be able to retire smoothly for another 3-5 years at a steady pace.
The rest of the day can simply enjoy family fun and give back to the community. This is the true meaning of a happy life.
Through communicating with Lao Wang, I realized that everyone can be anxious and confused. The wise are able to respond calmly to the general trend and choose to follow a steady path.
I hope that my suggestions can help more employees like Lao Wang who are about to welcome a new stage of life out of the predicament.
In addition to the four original suggestions mentioned above, I would like to add a few comments here:
1.Emphasis on physical and mental health: As you enter retirement, it's important to take care of your physical and mental state. It's important to keep exercising, have a regular routine, and find ways to release stress;
2.Make a detailed planHaving a detailed and clear retirement plan can help you better plan your future life and ensure that your finances are spent properly.
3.Find like-minded peopleMaking friends with like-minded people or people with similar background and experience can give you a better sense of belonging and support in the new stage;
4.Continuous learning: Always maintain a learning attitude, and participate in various forms of education and training programs or community service activities to enrich their spiritual world.
All in all, as you move away from the door of your career, remember to value what you have, take change in stride, and appreciate the unknown with a broad mind!