Portfolio Life Endorsements:
This book is important because there’s little in professional and popular literature about the dynamic and dramatic changes occurring in the basic patterns of people’s lives—changes they make by choice or as result of our “24/7” economy. The individual and historic examples Dave gives invite his readers to try on new possibilities in their own lives.
—Marshall Carter, former chairman and CEO of State Street Bank
Dave Corbett’s book turns two simple ideas into a program for life-enrichment: that you can create a life expressly for yourself and that the so-called “retirement” years are the best time to do it. Drawing on a lifetime of work with people who were rethinking what they wanted and their direction, he shows how to do both those things. Be warned: If you read it, you’re going to be changed. But I think you’ll like how you turn out.
—Bill Bridges, author of Transitions and Job Shift
Portfolio Life is a timely book yet with a timeless message. As one who has benefited from Dave Corbett’s common sense and sage advice, I heartily recommend this book to anyone interested in living a life that is enriching for oneself, family, friends and community. It’s a terrific tool to help make the choices needed to achieve prolonged satisfaction over a prolonged lifetime.
—John D. Hamilton, Jr., former chairman of law firm Hale & Dorr (now WilmerHale)
Dave’s book reveals a powerful and profound formula for crafting a genuinely rich life. If you agree that “retirement” is passé, are a life-long learner, and have a desire to make your life count in a deeply fulfilling way, you will love this book.
—Fred Harburg, former chief learning officer and president, Motorola University
Healthy, fit, financially secure, happy, for another 40 years? Is there really that kind of gold over “them thar” hills? Yes, and Portfolio Life is the guide, leading Boomers to a life path never before traveled by so many. Don’t pass 50 without it.
—Natalie Jacobson, News Anchor WCVB-TV Boston
This is the work of a wise, thoughtful author with decades of experience helping people be more successful in the next chapter of their lives. It will help you embrace change and explore the possibilities that come with an additional 20 to 30 productive years to be designed and lived on your own terms.
— Anne Szostak, Chairman, The Boys & Girls Clubs of America
This timely book should be read by anyone of any age who wants his or her life to have meaning and purpose beyond the accumulation of money and things—and beyond any particular chronological age.
—Millard Fuller, founder of Habitat for Humanity and the Fuller Center for Housing
We are so conditioned to “bop ‘till you drop” that a life of rich balance, of giving, earning, striving, learning and loving, is alien to many healthy and talented people. When by chance I read about New Directions when I was around 50, the idea of a “life portfolio” struck a chord with me. I flew to Boston, became a client, and have been learning about possibility since then! Portfolio Life is a wonderful resource to tap this new paradigm.—Fred Reid, CEO, Virgin America
Portfolio Life is on target in stressing lifelong learning and continual self-discovery. As our students know, these habits help people succeed in all aspects of life. This book offers an excellent way to invest in yourself.
—Dipak C. Jain, dean, Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management
Most retirees don’t plan how to use their time and end up worrying about where to have dinner or play golf. Women seem to handle change better than men, who tend to need more help preparing for post-career life. Given what “non-retirees” could do for America, we’re wasting a lot of talent. Dave Corbett shows us how to stop this.
—Frank V. Cahouet, former chairman and CEO of Mellon Bank
Most senior executives have small life portfolios when nearing retirement age. The life reinvention process should start much earlier and Portfolio Life is an excellent hands-on guide to take you there.
— Windle B. Priem, Former President and CEO, Korn/Ferry International
I think that Portfolio Life is a great idea and most helpful to those who want their later years to be fulfilling. I wish I had this book when I retired after 30 years as Dean of the Washington Cathedral.
—Francis Sayre, Former Dean, Washington Cathedral, 30 years, Age 91, walks a mile a day.
