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What to say when someone is going to retire?

What to say when someone is going to retire?

110 Retirement Wishes to Write in Retirement Cards

  1. Retirement is the world’s longest coffee break.
  2. Your someday is here.
  3. Enjoy your days of sleeping late and doing nothing!
  4. I hope that your retired life is the best part of your life.
  5. Happy Retirement!
  6. Enjoy a long-overdue retirement.
  7. Enjoy your retirement.

What’s a good retirement quote?

“You can’t retire from being great.” “In retirement, every day is Boss Day, and every day is Employee Appreciation Day.” “If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there would be no shortage of fishing poles.” “The trouble with retirement is you never get the day off.”

How do you wish someone a good retirement?

Retirement Wishes

  1. Enjoy your retirement! Now the fun begins! All the best to you, Ed!
  2. Retirement congratulations! It’s time to follow dreams long set aside and enjoy the rewards of work done well. Wishing you the best, Martin!
  3. Woo hoo! Kick up your heels and enjoy your retirement, Alex!

How do you encourage someone to retire?

  1. Help with retirement planning. Offer a retirement plan (to include part-time workers, if feasible).
  2. Educate your employees about saving and investing.
  3. Offer benefits to enhance employees’ long-term financial security.
  4. Create employment opportunities to assist employees to phase into retirement.

How do you say goodbye to your coworkers when you retire?

Here are some examples of how to say farewell to your colleagues when you’re retiring:

  1. “You’re like family to me.
  2. “For the past 18 years, this place has been my second home.
  3. “As much as I’m sad to say goodbye, I’m excited to be able to spend more time with my family.

What to say to a colleague who is retiring?

Example messages for a coworker’s retirement card

  • Congratulations on your retirement and your wonderful career!
  • Happy retirement! We will miss you at the office!
  • Celebrating you today!
  • Best wishes to you and your family.
  • Congrats to the retiree!
  • Congratulations!
  • You’ve worked hard for so many years.
  • Congratulations!

Do you congratulate someone for retiring?

Sometimes a simple “Congratulations” is your best bet for the right retirement card message. Especially for a retiree who truly loved their career, or devoted years of their life to the same job, you might want to emphasize the contribution they’ve made and they legacy they’re leaving.

Is it legal to ask someone when they are retiring?

Can You Ask About Retirement Plans? If an employer has a legitimate reason, like workforce planning or succession planning, it’s not a violation of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) to ask an employee about his or her retirement plans.

How do you motivate employees close to retirement?

Here are Six Strategies to help employees near retirement stay engaged and productive:

  1. have a Plan. Know the demographics of your workforce.
  2. Value Them. Treat those who are near retirement with the utmost respect.
  3. Share their Wisdom.
  4. Remember, it’s an Emotional Transition.
  5. Provide Flexible Work Alternatives.
  6. Recognize Them.

How do I write a heartfelt retirement letter?

How to Write a Retirement Letter to Your Employer

  1. Write a physical letter.
  2. Give ample notice.
  3. Express your appreciation.
  4. Describe your achievements.
  5. Describe what you plan to do going forward.
  6. If you’re interested in consulting or freelancing, mention the possibility.
  7. Offer assistance moving forward.

What are some well wishes for retirement?

1. Wishing you all the joy and happiness that a happy retirement can bring. 2. Congratulations, now the fun begins. Best wishes on your new chapter in life. 3. Wishing you all the best for your retirement. May all your retirement dreams come true.

What is a good retirement gift for a coworker?

Gifts related to travel, your coworker’s favorite hobbies, or company memorabilia and logoed gifts fit the bill for retirement gifts. A golf shirt, coffee mug, travel tote, or sweater with the company name and/or logo are always appreciated.

What is a retirement statement?

Your Retiree Account Statement (RAS) is a two-page document issued by DFAS that summarizes your pay, benefits and deductions at a specific point in time. It is a description of what you can expect on the next pay date. Understanding your RAS is an important first step in managing your retirement pay.

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Ruth Doyle