justplainbil

Just Plain Bill

Old - What good is it to have lived a long life?

What good is it to have lived a long life if what I’ve learned is not being put to good use in the present? Thus starts a series of observations for my “Just Plain Bill” blog.

Of the world’s estimated population of 7 billion, approximately 87% of the 7 billion are younger than me. WOW! Not that age necessarily translates to knowledge, but there is some research that indicates that wisdom generally increases with age. More importantly, what a loss if that wisdom is not being shared with later generations.

Other than using the preface “when I was your age” to start the wisdom sharing process – an opener that is almost guaranteed to turn off the listener – I continue to search out opportunities to contribute; to add value in whatever way possible regardless (or because) of my age of 75. I started my last full-time job when I had just turned 70. I signed my latest consulting contract at 75 and a half.

Since I strive to maintain high levels of energy, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit, I intend to work until someone tells me I can’t. In fact, I’m presently developing two courses to teach for Davis (CA) Adult school. One is on the Virtual Office (as co-author of the Amazon Bestseller "The Virtual Office: Success Tools for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses", written at age 75). The other is The Pitch – How to get Investors to Fund Your Ideas. If you’re in the area and have an interest, I’d love to have you join us. Classes start on January 7, 2014. (Private offerings can also be arranged by contacting bill.denyer007@gmail.com.)

To those of you with a wealth of experiences under your belt, and especially those of you advanced in chronological age just as I am, I challenge you to get out there and share the magic and joy you’ve accumulated. Make 2014 YOUR year to make a difference – for yourself and many others!

More on aging in upcoming blogs.