Still Working

The first wave of Baby Boomers is well into the “Golden Years.” Yet despite being the wealthiest generation in U.S. history, many are still working in their 70s and beyond. In this timely and inspiring book, acclaimed public relations guru Robert Dilenschneider explores what motivates these “never stoppers”—and how young people can find the same kind of lasting satisfaction in their work. The Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards, in his early 80s, continues to create and learn from his guitar. Warren Buffett, in his mid-90s, remains chairman of his multi-national investment conglomerate. Jane Fonda, in her 80s, is still a remarkable presence in entertainment and political activism. The list goes on, but from teaching to banking, public service to the Peace Corps., most “never stoppers” are far from well-known, and their numbers are growing . . . Through fascinating profiles of people 75 and over, spanning a variety of careers and walks of life, Dilenschneider redefines how we think about retirement, success, and the role of purpose as a driver of cognitive sharpness, emotional well-being, and even physical health. Weaving psychology, philosophy, and science with personal stories, Still Working offers thought-provoking and practical ways to: * Age-proof your career * Sustain your interest and enjoyment throughout the decades * Find the “new” in the familiar—or be open to a new calling * Navigate the nature of work in the digital, post-coronavirus pandemic age *Discover the benefits of mentoring and continued networking . . . and much more, to help you look forward to the future. As life and health spans increase, it may be that retirement, like adolescence, is just a phase . . .

Robert L. Dilenschneider is founder of The Dilenschneider Group. Headquartered in New York and Chicago, the Firm provides strategic advice and counsel to Fortune 500 companies and leading families and individuals around the world, with experience in fields ranging from mergers and acquisitions and crisis communications to marketing, government affairs and international media. Mr. Dilenschneider has been called the “Dean of American Public Relations Executives” and is widely published, having authored 14 books, including A Briefing for Leaders, On Power, The Critical 14 Years of Your Professional Life, Moses: C.E.O, The Critical 2nd Phase of your Professional Life, 50 Plus!—Critical Career Decisions for the Rest of Your Life, A Time for Heroes, Power and Influence: The Rules Have Changed, and most recently The AMA Handbook of Public Relations. Read more at Robertldilenschneider.com.