Success to Significance – Finding Purpose Serving Seniors

Blog Post by Mike Brunt

Earlier this year, I was in Omaha, Nebraska for Home Instead’s annual worldwide convention for franchise owners. It is always inspiring to meet and associate with fellow Home Insteaders from across North America and around the world.

This year, the keynote speaker was Dr. Ken Dychtwald, a renowned thought leader on the “Age Wave” and the societal implications of an aging population. I enjoyed his material so much, I came home and bought 5 of his books.

In his book called “With Purpose: Going from Success to Significance in Work and Life,” Dr. Dychtwald talks about the aging population’s need to leave a legacy and to define what life is about. Because we are typically living 20 years longer than people even 80 years ago, these extra years can be seen as a “longevity bonus.” The question becomes, what will tomorrow’s seniors do with this extra time? Just be old longer? No, they will re-invent themselves, pursue their passions, and make a meaningful contribution to society.

I loved these concepts so much, I created a presentation based on them. I am presenting this in the community, anywhere I can, to show baby boomers how they can use their longevity bonus to serve the elderly. For boomers who are shifting their focus from financial success to social significance, being a CAREGiver with Home Instead Senior Care would be a great way to serve humanity.

In 2012 I’m hoping to present this material to many churches, service organizations, and other places where baby boomers may congregate or search for meaningful, part-time employment. If you have ideas on where I may present this material, please email me at mike.brunt@homeinstead.com.

Preview Presentation: Finding Purpose Serving Seniors

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