"Retirement is all about time. I’m not lying. It might look like it is about money – but that’s just the enabler."
Bec Wilson is the author of How to Have an Epic Retirement. She was the founder and CEO of Starts at 60 for 10 years, and runs a flagship course on pre- and post retirement. She's a columnist, expert content creator, podcaster, professional speaker, community builder and company director. Join the Epic Retirement Newsletter (free)Buy the book
How to have an Epic Retirement: The Book
The book, How to have an Epic Retirement will be released in stores on 26th July 2023.
More than 500,000 Australians plan to retire in the next five years, preparing for the massive life change that signals their move from working every day to living as they choose. In the years before they retire, and the early years of retirement, people want to prepare well and set themselves up for the exciting journey ahead of them.
How to Have an Epic Retirement is filled with practical information, examples and questions covering the six key pillars of great modern retirement:
- Time
- Financial Confidence
- Health
- Happiness & fulfilment
- Travel
- Your home as you age
Preorder your copy now.
The Prime Time Podcast
Prime Time with Bec Wilson is a new and engaging podcast produced with 9Podcasts, and designed for people in that interesting period somewhere from around 47 to 75.
This is the prime time of your life. If only you knew how to make the most of it. If only you could learn from those who’ve learnt the hard way, and read about the science before you hit smack bang into it.
Why? It’s a huge stage of change, adaptation and preparation, and there’s no rules except, get to know yourself again, enjoy your life, look after your health and really understand your money!
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Meet Bec Wilson
Bec Wilson is one of Australia’s authorities on modern retirement. She is the author of the book, How to have an Epic Retirement, and the creator of the pre- and post retirement education business Epic Retirement. And, she’s building an engaging online community to help people navigate the journey into retirement together.
Rebecca was founder and CEO of Starts at 60, the award-winning, number one digital media brand for older Aussies, and Travel at 60, an online/offline travel company that is dedicated to over-60s.
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The Epic Retirement Weekly Newsletter
The Epic Retirement weekly newsletter is written by Bec Wilson personally to help you navigate your journey through pre-retirement and into your own epic retirement.
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7 DAY CHALLENGE
Take the ‘How to have an Epic Retirement’ Seven Day Challenge
The Epic Retirement Seven Day Challenge allows you to feel supported as you put your learnings from the book into action. Sign up for the challenge and Bec will take you through the steps. It launches with the book.
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DOWNLOADABLE AND ONLINE RESOURCES
All the tools that support the book
Throughout the book, How to have an Epic Retirement, Bec refers to a range of tools and resources that will help you plan for your epic retirement. Resources include our budget template, longevity calculator and various other downloadables. You can find them all here when the book launches.
See all our downloadable tools here >
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Professional speaking and course delivery
Bec Wilson is a highly sought after keynote speaker and retirement educator who has spoken at dozens of events throughout Australia, large and small and hosted many workshops.
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What is an Epic Retirement?
An “epic retirement” is a term that can be used to describe a retirement that is particularly memorable, fulfilling, or exciting. It could involve traveling the world, pursuing new hobbies or passions, or simply enjoying a comfortable and stress-free lifestyle. It can be different for everyone. That gives us plenty to talk about in our newsletter and on the podcast. Join us. Sign up for our free newsletter today.
Join the ‘Epic Retirement’ Newsletter
As the country’s leading expert on how to have a fantastic retirement, I’m excited to announce the launch of my weekly newsletter and podcast, Epic Retirement. This resource is designed for individuals thinking about and approaching retirement and seeking to plan and live their best years ahead with vitality and enthusiasm.
From Bec’s desk
There’s lots going on in the Epic Retirement office. Our Principal, Bec Wilson writes a regular column for a number of national publications, guest speaks at industry events and appears on radio shows and podcasts. Here’s a few links to some of our latest features.
The problems we face navigating retirement in Australia
In this edition Feature story: The problems we face navigating retirement in Australia Prime Time...
How retirees can deal with the rising cost of living this Christmas
In this short Sunday edition: SMH/The Age column: How retirees can deal with the rising cost of...
Retirement cost of living surges: ASFA reveals up to 1.6% increases to retirement budgets
In this newsletter Feature article: Retirement cost of living on the rise: ASFA increases budgets...
Finding the sweet spot: How to earn more while having less in retirement
Happy Sunday morning again! Each weekend I publish a column in The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald,...
Belly fat – a threat to your epic retirement
In this edition Feature story: Belly (or visceral) fat - a threat to your epic retirement Prime...
How comfortable can you afford to be in retirement?
It’s Sunday again. And this week I’m bringing a big voice to a big issue across my major newpaper...
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I gave him a copy of your book in front the half dozen of us who meet for coffee before school and there was much laughter!
On Monday he came into work with a huge grin on his face – the book had started the family conversation. He is now talking about going part time -something we all thought impossible even three months ago
The power of epic! Thank you
“When I read your book I pestered my husband to read it so we could discuss it together. Not usually a man easily swayed in his life choices, he has also found your advice and style accessible and important. I have recommended your book in an evangelistic style that is quite unlike me and I know at least two people have bought it since. I told a friend yesterday that I haven’t been this excited about my life opportunities since I finished year 12- in fact I am calling this my ‘gap year’ – and it is thanks in a large part to you. I am so grateful that you are sharing your wisdom.”
Lifespan calculator: Calculate your potential lifespan here
Use the lifespan calculator below to explore your life expectancy. Answer the brief survey to get a personalised estimate that you can choose to use when doing your retirement planning.
