How to Modernize Social Security

By | Jun 27, 2014

My grandmother depended on Social Security for survival, and it remains a vital protection for those who cannot work later in life. Yet I believe that, given the new pattern of longer, healthier working lives, the moment is right to think about revamping aspects of...

Here’s an App That Would Lead to a More Fulfilling Life

By | Jun 27, 2014

You’ve probably heard the adage before: Nobody on their deathbed ever wished they had spent more time at the office. I thought a lot about that when I heard David Brooks TED talk, where he contrasted ‘resume’ and ‘eulogy’ values – really urging us to weigh what...

Transforming Society’s View of Retirement

By | Jun 17, 2014

When it comes to harnessing human capital for social impact, and helping young people in particular, many programs overlook a human resource that’s right nearby: The fastest-growing segment of American society – people over 60 years old – is also the most likely to...

The Upside of Aging: Interview with Paul Irving

By | Jun 12, 2014

I’m delighted to share this interview I did with Paul Irving about his new book, The Upside of Aging. I got to know Paul through his role as an Encore.org board member, where he is a shining example of “living and leading encore.” Reading this...

Debunking the Greedy Geezer Meme

By | Jun 11, 2014

For supporters of the encore idea, a persistent challenge is the concern about greedy geezers destroying America’s financial future. It’s hard to keep the conversation focused on all of the positives associated with encores when someone else brings up all...

Youth Plus Wisdom Equals… Innovation

By | May 22, 2014

Got an idea for a problem you want to solve in the world? Consider partnering with someone from another generation as a way to add fresh perspectives and bring on complementary skills. I explored this concept in a piece that was published in the New York Times this...