Week 2: Meet the "Chef" - Carol Say
Carol Say
Retirement Counselor, 7 years
How long have you been supporting City of Los Angeles employees with their retirement goals?
It has been seven years since I have been supporting City of Los Angeles employees.
What is the most rewarding part of your work with City of Los Angeles employees?
For me would be hearing the appreciation participants have for how I have impacted their retirement preparedness since I have long encouraged employees to contribute to their deferred compensation plan.
What would you say are the 3 most important ingredients that go into the recipe for successful retirement planning?
Knowing the lifestyle you want to have at retirement.
Prepare yourself financially to fulfill that goal.
Have a purpose and something to look forward to in retirement.
What is your favorite homemade dish to cook and why?
Noodles AKA Chow Mien because it represents long life and prosperity.
What is your favorite restaurant in or around Los Angeles and why?
Any Mediterranean, Peruvian and Japanese Cuisine, why you asked? Just because!