In this age of narrative collapse that Douglas Rushkoff presents, our frames of reference change when it relates to living and working longer. Perhaps in decades to come, as in centuries long ago, the narrative lines will become less crisp. When did a 17th century craftsperson start or stop working? Where was their workplace? Was
We are approaching Labour Day weekend in North America and you have to wonder at how the context for the word “labour” has changed since the eight hour day movement nearly 200 hundred years ago. What a formula. Can you imagine what it was like before then? Fast forward to 2013 and here we are
Elderly? How does that noun fit in the context of the longevity premise of “A Population Growing Younger”? The sentence on page 5 of July 24th C.D. Howe e-brief suggests: “The forthcoming generation of elderly will be more educated, which may allow for more flexibility therefore lay the ground for double career paths.” And the
Envision the promise of longevity is the invitation tag line I created when the focus and scope shifted for Change Rangers in 2010 – partly a way to help reframe language and perspective around the potential of an increased life expectancy. For example, retirement planning becomes “longevity planning”. As I often say, if only financial