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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.

Executive Transition Media Highlights & MNS News

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.

Early Exploration Executive Transition

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?"

Early Exploration Executive Transition

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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.

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.

Becoming What’s Next

Stubbornly Young podcast host David Tabor welcomed MyNextSeason Co-Founders Dr. Leslie Wilk Braksick and Mark Linsz for a conversation on relevance, connection, and the emotions of career transitions.

Grounded in Community

MyNextSeason Co-Founder and Partner Mark Linsz reminds us how small investments in building community can have big impacts, especially in times of transition.

Reconnect With Your Partner

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

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