Navigating Your Retirement Announcement
A retirement announcement is not simply a communication—it’s the beginning of how others will experience your transition. By grounding yourself in your narrative, preparing for reactions, and expressing confidence, you set the tone for a positive transition.
When the Room Starts to Shift
If you feel sidelined or unexpectedly emotional after announcing retirement, you are not imagining it. And you are not alone. It can be stabilizing to recognize your role is changing and your colleagues are preparing for a future without your daily presence.
Shift Toward Smarter Transitions
MyNextSeason Partner Katie Morgan authored a thoughtful piece in HRO Today on supporting outgoing leaders well. Read more about why executive transitions are not just about who is stepping in, but equally about who is stepping out.
Succession is a Discipline
Former Mastercard Chief People Officer Michael Fraccaro shares insights from his own succession transition in this article published in HR Executive.
The Three E’s Framework
MyNextSeason Advisor Marty Gervasi offers a simple structure to help leaders prepare for their next season: The Three E’s—experiences, exposures, and effects.
Beyond 60: Unscripted
MyNextSeason Co-Founder Dr. Leslie Braksick joins Ruth Williams-Brinkley and special guest host Fawn Lopez on Beyond 60: Unscripted to share her insights on building a meaningful next season.
Pieces of the Purpose Puzzle
You don’t need one grand purpose to find next-season fulfillment. MyNextSeason Advisor Michael Le Roy says your next season is like a hand of cards—various pursuits you can play and explore.
More Than What’s Next
What if your next season wasn’t defined by what’s on the schedule but instead by what matters most to you? Take time to reflect and collaborate with loved ones to build a fulfilling next season.
Emotional Milestones of Transition
Retirement isn’t just a career transition; it’s a deeply personal journey. Give space to both your heart and your mind as you prepare for these key moments.
Retired Accountant is Hitting a High Note
This recent story about LSU’s newest marching band member, 66-year-old, Kent Broussard, is a good reminder that it’s never too late to take bold steps and pursue passions.
Micro Joys
Small pleasures can bring more than just a passing smile; with proper focus and intentionality they can become the foundation of a fulfilling next season.
People, Place, and Purpose
In the early days of a career transition, you don’t need to have a master plan just a simple, grounding framework that can help you answer the “What’s next?” question.