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Preparing for Your Next Season

When faced with the word "retirement," executives may feel uneasy and think, "What will I do with all of that time?" Try shifting your focus from productivity to purpose.

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Your Best Days Are Not Over

When Mark Linsz, MyNextSeason Co-founder and Partner, retired from Bank of America, a question kept nagging at him: “Are my best days behind me?"

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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.

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.

Preparing for Your Next Season

When faced with the word "retirement," executives may feel uneasy and think, "What will I do with all of that time?" Try shifting your focus from productivity to purpose.

Reflections on Retirement

MyNextSeason client Cathy Kassidy shares advice as she looks back on her first 10 months of retirement following a fast-paced, successful career.

Newly Retired? Relax, Guilt-Free

Clients transitioning from a fast-paced career may have trouble slowing down. Challenge yourself to see relaxation as a gift to be enjoyed—without feeling guilty.

Consider “No” in Retirement

Throughout our careers, we are trained to say “yes” to opportunities, duties, challenges, etc. Stepping into a new season, it’s important to protect your time and energy.