Executive Transition

Thoughtful perspectives and real stories to help you navigate change with clarity and confidence.

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Beyond the Succession Plan

Former CEO of the Hospital for Special Surgery, Lou Shapiro, shares what he learned through his career transition and gives advice for others approaching this personally and professionally meaningful milestone.

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Career Transition Lessons

This article by theHRDirector highlights career transition lessons learned by MyNextSeason Co-Founders Leslie Braksick and Mark Linsz after years of helping clients.

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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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Reconnect With Your Partner

Intentional reconnection with your partner can have a big impact on your next season, especially if you start early.

Reinventing Retirement

This article published in New York Weekly explores how many executives are beginning to look at retirement as an opportunity for personal growth.

The Great Unretirement

Explore whether becoming a "third-age entrepreneur" and working for yourself in retirement is a good fit in this article from Next Avenue.

Post-Career Planning

Employee Benefits News explores how helping executives finish well in their careers and plan for what's next can have a big impact on individuals and organizations.

Charlotte Business Journal

The Charlotte Business Journal takes a look at how MyNextSeason supports executives as they navigate the transition of retirement.

Fixed Retirement : A Unique Opportunity

Learn how fixed retirement can be an opportunity to further organizational stability, enhance culture, and strengthen succession planning.

Exploring Not-for-Profit Board Work

After retiring from a 38-year law career, MyNextSeason client Mark Shaiken navigated the world of not-for-profit board service and found a next-season fit.

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.

Longevity & Relationships

A lot of studies on longevity focus on diet, stress, and exercise, but one element seems to outrank them all when it comes to living long, full lives—relationships.