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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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Takeaways from the Top

MyNextSeason Senior Writer Jeannie Hodes shares career insights from her experience working with C-Suite clients that we can all learn from.

Celebrating 10 Years of MyNextSeason

This year marks the 10th anniversary of MyNextSeason, and we want to celebrate this milestone by thanking you for your trust and partnership in our journey.

Actively Caring for Those You Exit

How employers assist their soon-to-be former colleagues impacts how those employees finish, leave, and land. It also impacts those who stay. 

Young Professionals & Mental Health

The past few years have drastically changed the way businesses operate. But a new outlook on mental health can be lasting positive legacy.

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