BY Dr. Tangier Scott | August 16, 2023
Retirement isn’t an end—it’s the beginning of a new chapter, a time to nurture your passions and explore uncharted territories. As you stand at the crossroads of a well-earned retirement, your career journey takes a fascinating turn. Instead of bidding adieu to your professional life, consider it a transition to new possibilities and personal growth. Here’s an insightful guide to crafting your career next steps when preparing to retire, ensuring that your retirement is not just a farewell but a grand welcome to the extraordinary.
Embracing the Retirepreneur Mindset: A New Dawn of Possibilities
The term “retirement” is evolving, and so is your outlook toward it. Embrace the “retirepreneur” mindset—a philosophy that sees retirement as a canvas on which to paint your dreams. Here’s how to infuse purpose and passion into your retirement career journey:
1. Self-Discovery: Reflecting on Passions and Interests
Take time to introspect and uncover your true passions and interests. Reflect on activities that have always brought you joy, whether it’s mentoring, writing, or pursuing a hobby.
2. Set Clear Intentions: Defining Your Retirement Vision
Imagine your ideal retirement and the role you wish to play in your next phase. Craft a vision statement that encapsulates your aspirations and purpose for this new chapter.
3. Skill Inventory: Identifying Transferable Skills
Recognize the skills you’ve acquired over your career and how they can be applied to new ventures. Determine how your expertise can contribute to consulting, teaching, or even starting a business.
4. Networking and Exploration: Broadening Horizons
Engage in networking events, seminars, and workshops to explore new fields and possibilities. Connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests and can offer valuable insights.
5. Lifelong Learning: Expanding Your Knowledge Base
Embrace continuous learning by taking courses, attending webinars, and reading extensively. Stay updated on industry trends and acquire new skills that align with your retirement goals.
Meet Dr. Tangier Scott, a seasoned corporate and executive coach with rich experience spanning over 25 years. Her passion and dedication to guiding others toward success have led her to become a beacon of transformation in the coaching industry.
As a certified Personal and Executive Corporate Coach, Dr. Scott founded S.O.A.R. EZ, LLC (Strengthening Organizations to Attain Results) to help individuals and organizations at critical crossroads seeking positive change.
With a diverse background in leadership training, conflict resolution, ethics, diversity, and more, she equips her clients with the necessary skills to navigate life’s challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth.
Through the S.O.A.R. approach of Renew, Reset, and Rebound, Dr. Scott empowers her clients to break free from stagnation and limitations. Her extensive management experience allows her to understand the obstacles that can impede progress, and she adeptly guides individuals towards success.