Are you in your 50s or 60s, wrapping up a corporate career or having it wrapped up for you? Do you find yourself wondering what's next and how to create a fulfilling and purpose-driven life for the next 30 years? You're not alone. With only 25% of people turning 65 being confident in their financial retirement plan, it's clear that the traditional approach to retirement is no longer sufficient.
Explore the concept of an encore life and career, and provide you with the tools and mindset needed to create a life that's truly yours. I want to help you navigate the transition from corporate life to a life of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment.
The Gap Year: More than Just Playing Pickleball
When we think of a gap year, we often imagine a year of travel, relaxation, and indulgence. But for those of us in our 50s and 60s, it's about so much more than that. It's about transitioning from one phase of life to another, and figuring out who we want to be in this new chapter. It's about embracing the "long goodbye" from our corporate careers, navigating the "messy middle" of self-discovery, and eventually finding our way to "new beginnings."
The Dilemmas of an Encore Life
As we embark on this new journey, we're faced with a series of dilemmas. Do we want to simply enjoy our freedom and rest on our laurels, or do we want to use our skills and experience to make a meaningful impact? Who are we now, and who do we want to be? How can we re-engage with the world and do something that brings us joy and fulfillment?
Mindset Matters
To create a successful encore life and career, we need to adopt a certain mindset. We need to be willing to learn, to be curious, and to see ourselves as modern elders. We need to recognize that we're no longer part of a large corporation, but rather a company of one, and that we need to take ownership of our own development and growth.
Identity and Experimentation
As we explore our new identity, we need to be willing to experiment and try new things. We need to ask ourselves questions like "Who do I want to be now?" and "What do I want to achieve in this new chapter of my life?" We need to recognize that our expertise and experience may not translate directly to our new identity, and that we may need to find new ways to express ourselves and make a meaningful impact.
Portfolio Life and Rescaling
One approach to creating an encore life and career is to adopt a portfolio life, where we pursue multiple passions and interests simultaneously. This approach allows us to explore different aspects of ourselves and find fulfillment in a variety of ways. We also need to recognize the importance of marketing ourselves, as we're no longer relying on a corporate brand to promote our skills and expertise.
Putting it into Practice
The Encore Life will provide you with a comprehensive roadmap for creating an encore career. We'll cover topics such as mindset, identity, portfolio life, and rescaling, and provide you with practical tools and strategies to put into practice. We'll also offer a community of like-minded individuals who are going through similar transitions, and provide ongoing support and guidance as you navigate this new chapter of your life.
Join me on this journey and take the first step towards creating an encore life and career that's truly fulfilling and purpose-driven.
