So What is “Stagflation?”

Stagflation can severely impact retirees by increasing living costs and reducing investment returns. We wanted to share this article to let you read about some crucial insights on managing finances, adjusting withdrawal strategies, and diversifying investments. We hope it enables you, as a retiree, to navigate economic uncertainty effectively and maintain your financial stability during challenging times.

The Necessity of Financial Preparedness

Discover how to achieve financial stability at any age with insights from Ben Hoeger on this episode of ‘Looking Forward Our Way’. Whether you’re planning your first budget or gearing up for retirement, this episode is packed with invaluable advice.

Ohio Library Funding In Question

The Ohio House introduced its version of the state budget, which includes cuts to funding for Ohio’s public libraries. The substitute bill introduced in the House Finance Committee proposes eliminating the Public Library Fund (PLF) in current law at the state level as it exists today.

Lifelong Learning With Otterbein University’s LLC Program

Jump into lifelong learning with us! Learn more about Otterbein’s Lifelong Learning Community. It’s perfect for enriching your retirement and discovering new adventures.

What Does It Mean For a Company to Be Age-Friendly?

By 2028, one-quarter of the U.S. workforce will be age 55 or older, according to a report by the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging. While discriminating against older workers is both illegal and unethical, it still happens. Many companies remain dead-set against hiring someone in their 50s or 60s despite equal opportunity and DEI policies and potential talent shortages are projected to lead to more than 85 million unfilled jobs by 2030.

Whether intentional or not, overt age discrimination can affect hiring practices and often manifests in subtle ways during recruitment, like during the interview process or in the phrasing of job descriptions. These biases can lead to older candidates being overlooked without impartial consideration.

Navigating Ageism in the Job Market with Deborah Hope

In this Looking Forward Our Way episode “Navigating Ageism in the Job Market with Deborah Hope,” we talk with expert guest Deborah Hope, an executive career coach, to explore the challenges and opportunities for job seekers over 50 in the modern labor market.

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