Encore Careers. Part 4 – Examples

Now let’s move on to specific examples of people who have transitioned into encore careers—and be sure to check out my 3 previous posts for more details on how to create a successful Encore career. Outside Sales Rep to Bus Driver: One gentleman worked as an outside sales rep for years, and now he drives of students between the local university, and their housing complex. He loves it because it’s just a few hours in the afternoon. He earns a little bit of money. He gets a chance to socialize, and he gets his summer and breaks off. That’s one example. Teacher to Museum...

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Planning your Encore Career

Over Thanksgiving I took an airboat tour through a section of the Florida Everglades. On the ride, I experienced a career insight that hit me like the tail of a 10-foot alligator. The way it happened was this: my husband, daughter and I paid for our ticket, climbed aboard the boat, and soon we were gliding into mangrove alleys in search of wildlife. Our hunt was rewarded with up-close views of gators, dolphins, raccoons, and several glorious birds. The guide, Captain Mike, appeared to be in his early 60’s. He educated us about the habitat and animals while piloting the boat. “What a cool job...

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