Join us to discover how to build a fulfilling encore career with purpose and adaptability. Cathleen is joined by Dr. Michelle Prince, a global leadership coach, human capital consultant, and author of "Creating Your Encore Career." Dr. Prince and Cathleen uncover the unique challenges and opportunities of navigating family-owned businesses, challenging generational stereotypes, and redefining retirement. You'll hear about the emotional aspects of career transitions, the necessity of personal branding, and the dual responsibility between job seekers and employers in overcoming biases. Whether you're considering an encore career or looking to challenge biases in hiring practices, this episode is full of advice to help you create purpose and impact, regardless of age. So, tune in, and let's make your next chapter legendary!
Episode Timeline:
01:02 Why creating purpose beyond retirement is crucial.
09:29 Dr. Prince helps leaders excel and coaching encore careers.
23:06 How to challenge stereotypes and practice self-discovery.
27:21 What does a fulfilling encore career look like?
37:59 Emotional well-being after career transitions.
49:45 Exploring your identity, beliefs, opportunities, and open doors.
59:54 How can work boost emotional and physical health?
01:08:57 Curiosity and questioning foster lifelong learning.
01:17:55 Surround yourself with uplifting, influential people.
Key Takeaways:
Challenging Generational and Age-related Biases: Cathleen and Dr. Prince discuss biases related to age and career transitions, highlighting the importance of curiosity and open-mindedness. Demonstrating personal strengths, adaptability, and willingness to acquire new skills is important.
Redefining Retirement and Exploring Encore Careers: With increased lifespans, there is a pressing need to rethink retirement. Dr. Michel Prince emphasises the significance of planning an encore career that balances purpose and income, encouraging activities such as mentoring, freelancing, and volunteer work for personal fulfillment.
Embracing Continuous Learning and Adaptability: Dr. Prince highlights the role of curiosity in her career, particularly within human resources. Her journey to obtaining a doctorate, spurred by a desire for intellectual stimulation, reflects the non-linear nature of personal and professional growth.
ABOUT Dr. Michelle Prince
Dr. Michelle Prince is a global leadership coach, HR tech advisor, human capital consultant and author. A certified leadership coach since 2006 with a doctorate in management and organizational leadership, she helps professionals and organizations achieve transformational growth. Michelle has over 30 years of corporate HR experience and now runs her consulting firm, MPrince Consulting LLC. An advocate for sustainability and empowering people to thrive, she wrote the book Creating Your Encore Career in 2024 to inspire others to craft their own fulfilling Encore Careers.
Connect with Dr. Prince:
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mprince-consulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-prince-dm
Buy her book: https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Your-Encore-Career-Prosperity/dp/1950336778
Connect:
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Business: cathleenmerkel.com
Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel/
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