I hit a pretty big milestone this year: I turned 50. Turning 50 has a way of making you look out at the horizon, and like a lot of people at this stage, I’ve really started focusing on what my retirement future looks like.
That’s exactly why I’m launching this podcast. I wanted a place to share my real, firsthand experiences as I spend this next decade getting everything ready to successfully retire. Welcome to Project 60.
Why Overlooking Clearance Items Could Be Costing You Big on eBay Reselling
John Berry discusses his strategy for leveraging side income to prepare for retirement, focusing on finding and selling clearance items from retail stores on eBay. He shares insights on the profitability of clearance items and the importance of strategic pricing and inventory expansion.
Takeaways
Leverage side income for retirement preparation
Explore retail arbitrage and clearance items for eBay inventory expansion
Chapters
00:00 Leveraging Side Income for Retirement
03:24 Finding Clearance Items at Retail Stores
05:18 Selling Clearance Items on eBay
08:06 Strategies for Selling Clearance Items
12:38 Retail Arbitrage and Inventory Expansion
14 Jul 2026
I Have Hauled Trash 25 Years
John Berry shares his experience of working as a truck driver for over twenty-five years and encourages listeners to think about their future and consider alternative sources of income.
Takeaways
Longevity in a single career
Diversified experience in truck driving
Chapters
00:00 Twenty-Five Years of Truck Driving
02:23 Thinking About the Future
11 Jul 2026
The Simple 3-Step System to Launch an Online Business Without Tech Overwhelm
The conversation provides a step-by-step guide to simplifying the process of starting an online business, emphasizing the use of minimal resources and leveraging existing knowledge and tools. It covers choosing a platform, software, and utilizing a phone as a tool, as well as starting with what you already know.
Takeaways
Simplify the process of starting an online business by choosing one platform and software.
Leverage your phone as a tool and start with what you already know.
Chapters
00:00 Simplifying the Online Business Process
00:52 Choosing a Platform and Software
02:18 Utilizing Your Phone as a Tool
03:47 Starting with What You Know
10 Jul 2026
From Dial-Up to YouTube: The Evolution of Content Making in One Man’s Life
John Berry discusses his journey of content creation, from the early days of BBS boards to the present era of YouTube. He emphasizes the accessibility and potential of content creation as a means of building a future and gaining control over one's income.
Takeaways
Content creation has evolved from BBS boards to YouTube, offering accessibility and potential for individuals.
Creating content is a way to build a future and gain control over income, regardless of age.
Chapters
00:00 The Early Days of Content Creation
03:15 The Evolution of the Internet and Content Creation
04:12 Building Websites and Learning Content Creation
05:10 The Accessibility and Potential of YouTube
9 Jul 2026
The 3 Rules to Create a Real Asset-Based Retirement, Not Just a Second Job
The conversation discusses the risks of relying solely on 401k or pension for retirement planning and introduces three key rules for retirement planning: low capital, high margin; income dial flexibility; and building an asset.
Takeaways
Retirement planning should not rely solely on 401k or pension
Three key rules for retirement planning: low capital, high margin; income dial flexibility; building an asset
Chapters
00:00 The Risks of Traditional Retirement Planning
01:02 Rule 1: Low Capital, High Margin
02:04 Rule 2: Income Dial Flexibility
03:24 Rule 3: Building an Asset
8 Jul 2026
Why Starting Retirement Planning Now Can Save You from Coming Back to Work
The conversation covers the importance of preparing for retirement, the concept of retirement and purpose, the role of creating content for retirement, and the importance of embracing imperfection and consistency in content creation.
Takeaways
Start preparing for retirement early
Retirement should be purposeful and active, not passive.
YouTube Channles Mentioned:
https://www.youtube.com/@retiredwithpurpose (https://www.youtube.com/@retiredwithpurpose)
https://www.youtube.com/@OldMeLiving (https://www.youtube.com/@OldMeLiving)
Find our vidoe podcasts and links to the audio versions:
https://project60.riverside.com (https://project60.riverside.com)
Chapters
00:00 Get Started: Preparing for Retirement
06:27 Creating Content for Retirement
8 Jul 2026
How Turning 50 Inspired Me to Build a Future-Proof Retirement Plan
John Berry, a new YouTube content creator, discusses his decision to start a channel at the age of 50, focusing on retirement planning and sharing his experiences. He emphasizes simplicity and accessibility in content creation, expanding reach through podcasts and a website, and provides insights into his personal background and the content of his new channel.
Takeaways
Starting a new venture at 50: Project 60 as a retirement-focused YouTube channel
Simplicity and accessibility in content creation for wider audience reach
My other channels mentioned:
https://youtube.com/@easyclearpool (https://youtube.com/@easyclearpool)
https://youtube.com/@okiesmokin (https://youtube.com/@okiesmokin)
Find our vidoe podcasts and links to the audio versions:
https://project60.riverside.com (https://project60.riverside.com)
Chapters
00:00 Turning 50 and New Beginnings
04:07 About Me
05:47 Channel Launch and Content Overview
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