Yes we are still talking
about them…every day 10,000 Baby Boomers turn age 60. The generation that has
had all of the attention showered on it since the 1960’s are now turning 60. It
is a simple demographic fact that the post World War II population boom has
been the focus of media, marketing, Wall Street and main street because of the
sheer number, 78 million plus.
With each passing day we
realize that no other country is able to lead the world out of this downturn.
It is clearly up to the USA, and it’s economy to find the way out. Politics
aside, it remains to be seen if the “stimulus plan” will have any impact. So
far we continue to spiral down.
My call today is to all of
the “Boomers” to whom so much has been given; a free country, peace in our
time, highly educated and for most of us the opportunity to pursue “self
actualization”. Now is the time to give back to our nation and our fellow
citizens.
In your local community find
a way to form support groups and reach out to those around you that have been
impacted by this difficult economy. Churches, Synagogues and other houses of
worship are a good place to begin. Many people turn to their house of worship
in times of need. Recently, at our church we started an out reach group for
people who are out of work, under employed or concerned about the future of
their job and industry. This concept has been well received and we are seeking
ways to help all participants. Find the way.
Many years ago John F.
Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what can you do
for your country.” Now is the time to put those words into action.
Paul Anovick
AnovickAssociates.com
201-445-2822
