Encore Careers

Forty years ago, in the early years of my career as a funeral director – and after doing a little modeling on the side to make extra money — I accepted an offer to pose for Playboy. I was told my career would be over. The pronouncements weren’t quiet or subtle. They were direct. Colleagues and friends alike predicted that my life in funeral service would come to a screeching halt…

In my recent article,“Four Questions Answered About Encore Careers,” I discussed how encore careers are less about starting over and more about building forward into work that feels purposeful and aligned with who you are today…

If you’ve been thinking, “What’s next for me?”, you’re not alone. More and more people are exploring encore careers: meaningful work pursued in the second half of life that blends purpose, flexibility, and often a new sense of identity. If you’re curious but unsure…

For many women, retirement isn’t the finish line we once imagined. Instead, it often becomes a moment of reflection, a chance to ask, What’s next? More women today are working after retirement, not because they have to, but because they want to stay engaged, contribute their experience, or create a new sense of purpose.

Imagine how many candidates are reviewed by recruiters and hiring managers annually. Now, imagine how many of them bring their biggest personality quirks and issues into the room. This happens at the resume stage…

Over the years, I’ve had my share of odd jobs. As a teenager, I took them to make pocket money for the essentials – glossy magazines with pinups of the day’s hunks and disco dance lessons. I did everything from babysitting to working at a dry cleaner’s to typing invoices…

You are probably wondering, “What the heck are weak ties and how can they help me rejuvenate my career?” Most of us who are in the second half of life have had a hiccup or two within our careers sometime during the last 15 years. That includes me…

One of the most powerful methods of communicating with one another is a through non-verbal language. Whether you’re at a networking event, meeting with a recruiter or in a critically important interview, it’s important that your body…

Looking for a new job can feel like moving into unfamiliar territory. Some of us need to work, some of us want to work. But all of us bring decades of experience, perspective, and professionalism to the table. And yet, even with all that we’ve earned, the process can still leave many…

There are people who thrive on takeout and then there are gourmands. If you have a passion for trying out new cuisines, dabbling in the kitchen, and producing works of culinary art, you have the option of using your hobby to your advantage…