New Beginnings
For many experienced workers, retirement will no longer signal the end of working, but more so a career and lifestyle transition. That transition represents multiple options – continuing to work (perhaps at a different pace), learning a new trade, changing careers, starting a business, going back to school, becoming more involved in volunteer work. Retirement can be a new beginning – a mix of working, learning, relaxing, and trying new things.
Change can be stressful and even if you see this stage of your life as a new beginning, it can still be a time of difficult cult transitions. Look at change as an energizer instead of just stressful and disruptive. This can be an incredible opportunity to do what you have always wanted to do.
Tips on making the transition
Links
Transitions: Thinking About a Change
Job and Career Resources for Mature and Older Job-Seekers
