AUTHOR: Greg Tomamichel on 6/13/2025 FIRST: Jonathan Clements on 6/13 | RECENT: Greg Tomamichel on 6/16
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"Regularly count our blessings." "Not having to worry about money is, I believe, a great privilege." Jonathan, thanks for a thought provoking article. These two items above are what stands out for me. I feel like being grateful for what we have, particularly when so many in the world struggle so much, brings a great deal of calm to ones mind.
Dennis, thanks for your very open and honest thoughts. This is a powerful reminder that no matter how we save and invest and manage our money, it's our health and relationships that will ultimately be what is important.
Beautifully written, thank you. I think there is something quite wonderful when a person sinks their entire effort and energy into their chosen path. Clearly your Dad knew what he enjoyed doing, and what helped those around him. Sounds like a mighty man.
My comment will be much less technical .... gratitude is a wonderful thing. We can all long for something more, something that someone else has, something just out of our reach. But being grateful for what we have is an amazing way to put your mind at rest. So glad to hear that you reached this point in life and could reflect on your very fortunate situation.
Jeff, also hoping that everything turns out OK. Ironically, my Dad has no interest in working vehicles for fun. Automotive has always been a business. So he will have to find something else!
Thanks Cheryl. We are very fortunate that the sale is outright payment on the day of settlement, so no concerns about ongoing payments. I'm starting to feel a few nerves about what might come next - hopefully I can find something that suits!
Dan, sorry to hear that things went south after the sale. I think it will be important for us to remember that we can help to prepare the buyers for success, but after handover there is nothing more we can do. We feel like they are a good fit, but only time will tell.
I think my Dad can explore some volunteer roles, but right now the whole process is all consuming. Hopefully with some time to slow down he can find some meaningful roles to get stuck into.
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"Regularly count our blessings." "Not having to worry about money is, I believe, a great privilege." Jonathan, thanks for a thought provoking article. These two items above are what stands out for me. I feel like being grateful for what we have, particularly when so many in the world struggle so much, brings a great deal of calm to ones mind.
Post: Let’s Get Happy
Link to comment from June 20, 2025
Dennis, thanks for your very open and honest thoughts. This is a powerful reminder that no matter how we save and invest and manage our money, it's our health and relationships that will ultimately be what is important.
Post: Going it Alone by Dennis Friedman
Link to comment from June 18, 2025
Beautifully written, thank you. I think there is something quite wonderful when a person sinks their entire effort and energy into their chosen path. Clearly your Dad knew what he enjoyed doing, and what helped those around him. Sounds like a mighty man.
Post: Building Memories by Edmund Marsh
Link to comment from June 18, 2025
My comment will be much less technical .... gratitude is a wonderful thing. We can all long for something more, something that someone else has, something just out of our reach. But being grateful for what we have is an amazing way to put your mind at rest. So glad to hear that you reached this point in life and could reflect on your very fortunate situation.
Post: Feeling grateful and paying forward
Link to comment from June 18, 2025
Thanks Andrew, I really appreciate your kind feedback.
Post: Selling our business – the journey so far
Link to comment from June 18, 2025
Jeff, also hoping that everything turns out OK. Ironically, my Dad has no interest in working vehicles for fun. Automotive has always been a business. So he will have to find something else!
Post: Selling our business – the journey so far
Link to comment from June 18, 2025
Thanks Cheryl. We are very fortunate that the sale is outright payment on the day of settlement, so no concerns about ongoing payments. I'm starting to feel a few nerves about what might come next - hopefully I can find something that suits!
Post: Selling our business – the journey so far
Link to comment from June 18, 2025
Dan, sorry to hear that things went south after the sale. I think it will be important for us to remember that we can help to prepare the buyers for success, but after handover there is nothing more we can do. We feel like they are a good fit, but only time will tell.
Post: Selling our business – the journey so far
Link to comment from June 16, 2025
Thanks Mark - we are cautiously optimistic but will remain nervous until the end.
Post: Selling our business – the journey so far
Link to comment from June 16, 2025
I think my Dad can explore some volunteer roles, but right now the whole process is all consuming. Hopefully with some time to slow down he can find some meaningful roles to get stuck into.
Post: Selling our business – the journey so far
Link to comment from June 16, 2025