Opportunities

Episode notes

In 1986, the Pet Shop Boys sang, “I’ve got the brains, you’ve got the looks - let’s make lots of money.” Decades later, that line feels less like pop irony and more like a wake-up call for GenX professionals staring down a shifting economy. In this episode, Ann Marie breaks down what it really takes to build financial security and meaning in midlife - beyond the corporate ladder. You’ll hear: The real retirement number no one talks about - and why the old plan no longer works How AI, layoffs, and burnout are rewriting the rules of stability The three new opportunities for GenX professionals: Fractional work, Coaching & Advisory, and Passion Projects It’s about building a life where money supports meaning - not the other way around.

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