I thought it would be interesting for you to know yourself a bit better this week. I thought this was a very interesting compilation of facts about the baby boomer generation. I hope you enjoy.
Boomer Data from Various Studies
There are 77 million U.S. Baby Boomers, born between 1946 and 1964
Every 7 seconds another Boomer will be turning 60 for the next 18 years
Boomers tend to feel 10 to 15 years younger than their actual age
They define themselves by feelings of youthfulness & optimism
Most do not view retirement as a time to suddenly withdraw from working life
70 is the average age most plan to stop working
Retirement is seen as a chance to redefine work on their terms
Most expect to live at least two decades after turning 60
66 percent ages 51-59 plan to stay “mentally active” by working into retirement
49 percent will work to earn money
1 in 4 ages 51-59 have already attended next-career training sessions
60 percent ages 51-70 have taken steps toward a new line of work in retirement
Boomers excelled for 5 decades without the internet, yet have quickly embraced it
Many plan to create new careers based upon their interests
You baby boomers look to me to be a driven, hard working, innovative bunch.
Have a great weekend,
Joe Freudenthal
The Vintage Group, LLC
http://www.thevintagegroup.net
