Phyllis M. Tiller Advocates Responsible Pension Planning
In a compelling call to action, Octagon Financial Services Limited Zambia’s Managing Director, Phyllis M. Tiller, underscores the significance of responsible pension planning during this year’s Pensions Awareness Week.
With the theme “Plan your money, plant your future,” Ms. Tiller draws a powerful analogy between nurturing financial stability and tending to growing seeds for a prosperous retirement.
Ms. Tiller emphasizes that much like the commitment and patience required to grow a thriving garden, responsible financial planning demands long-term dedication.
It involves consistently setting aside a portion of your income to ensure financial security in your later years, akin to nurturing a seed into a towering tree, she noted.
She emphasized that the theme encourages individuals to draw parallels between pension planning and planting seeds, highlighting crucial aspects such as careful selection, regular monitoring, and diversification.
Ms. Tiller stresses the importance of selecting the right pension plan that aligns with one’s financial goals, risk tolerance, and retirement aspirations.
Just as a diverse garden is more resilient, a diversified pension portfolio can help individuals weather economic changes and market fluctuations, spreading risk and increasing the likelihood of achieving retirement goals.
Ms. Tiller also underlines the role of pensions as the bedrock of financial security during retirement, offering a reliable income stream when individuals are no longer in the workforce.
Various forms of pensions, including employer-sponsored plans, private pensions, and government-provided schemes, provide multiple advantages, including income security, tax benefits, employer contributions, compounded growth, and peace of mind.
During this week, Ms. Tiller encourages individuals to take concrete steps toward securing their financial future, including assessing their current pension situation, setting clear retirement goals, consulting with financial experts, committing to consistent contributions, and staying informed about pension regulations and economic trends.
The message is clear: responsible pension planning is the key to a comfortable and secure retirement, allowing individuals to reap the benefits of the seeds they plant today.
Pensions Awareness Week 2023 serves as an opportunity for everyone to reflect on their individual financial journey and take meaningful steps toward securing their financial future.
Under the guidance of Octagon Financial Services Limited Zambia’s Managing Director, Phyllis M. Tiller, responsible pension planning is at the forefront of the conversation, ensuring a brighter future for all.
