# The Retirement Planning Order Almost Nobody Actually Follows

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Podcast: [How to Retire on Time](https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-to-retire-on-time-6974466)
Published: 2026-08-10T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Most retirement plans start with picking a product. This breaks down why that's backwards, and walks through the order that's supposed to come first, illustrated with a real client's numbers. The following is from Mike’s weekly webinar. Ready to build a retirement plan around your life, not a product? Get the free book, access to tools, and more👉 https://RetireOnTime.com/Free This is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice.

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