In this  episode, James emphasizes the importance of having a well-thought-out financial plan for retirement, rather than relying solely on the size of your investment portfolio. Financial security doesn't come from a specific portfolio number but from having a comprehensive plan.Using a listener's question, James walks through a step-by-step approach to assessing retirement readiness. He discusses aspects like income planning, investment strategies, tax optimization, and protection through insurance and estate planning.Shifting your mindset from a saving mentality to a spending mentality in retirement allows you  to fully enjoy your savings. Learn how to determine if you'll be financially secure in retirement and how to optimize your financial resources to enhance your overall retirement experience.Questions Answered:How do you assess your retirement readiness?How can you optimize their retirement plan to enhance their overall retirement experience?Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:26 Listener question4:03 The bills6:03 Alternative strategy10:36 The first thing we looked at12:55 How to maximize15:35 Your investments18:58 Risk capacity21:05 Deductions23:19 Big picture consideration25:28 OutroCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.