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Life is meant to be lived, not wasted. Longevity is meaningless without creating value for myself and for others. Interestingly, I observe that most people around me are focused on the future (For example retirement, etc) including myself. Living in the present is a gift. Embracing it fully makes life happier and easier for all of us. It is definitely easier said than done, but giving it a try does not harm either. #thoughts #thought #experience #principleoftheday #leadership

The ideal mix of retirement activities should combine your personal passions with your leadership skills and experience, at a pace that fits your desire for work-life balance. But, how do you get there? Check out this Navigate Forward article on legacy planning, with tips and ideas for senior leaders. #NavigateForward #LegacyPlanning #RetirementPlanning Here’s the link: https://lnkd.in/gdsmaZ_a

Today marks the beginning of my final two days of travel for client projects before I retire at the end of this month. It will be fun to do some networking and in-person coaching and team-building. #leadership #culture #coaching #teambuilding #retirement #success

🟢𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬?🟢 ✅It's the right thing to do, regardless of the circumstances of departure. ✅Others are watching. Demonstrating gratitude is an investment in rising leaders. ✅Open communication enables a future-focused refreshment, realignment, and preparation for those who remain. 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫—𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲'𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞. #retirement #executivetransitions #fixedretirement #chro #humanresources #employeeexperience #leadershipdevelopment #employeeexperience

CHROs and senior executives preparing for retirement- If you’re navigating the transition from a fast-paced corporate career to your next chapter, I HIGHLY recommend this book. It’s a practical and engaging guide filled with stories and wisdom from senior executives who have successfully made the shift. Whether you’re helping your leadership team or planning your own future, this resource offers valuable insights on finding purpose in post-corporate life. #Retirement #ExecutiveTransitionSupport

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Check out leadership and midlife transition tips in our August newsletter

The ideal mix of retirement activities should combine your personal passions with your leadership skills and experience, at a pace that fits your desire for work-life balance. But, how do you get there? Check out this Navigate Forward article on legacy planning, with tips and ideas for senior leaders. https://lnkd.in/gVt-H26f #NavigateForward #LegacyPlanning #CareerPlanning

In professional services, seasoned employees increasingly concentrate on strategic leadership roles instead of day-to-day tasks. A phased retirement program can provide a smooth transition. By reducing their workload gradually, they can retire gracefully while imparting valuable knowledge to successors. #ProfessionalDevelopment #InnovativeCulture #BusinessStrategy #hrchallenges #hrinnovation #employeebenefits #Medicare #doctorschoiceusa

I often think about where I’ll be 10 years from now. Running companies keeps me grounded. ✔️ Managing cash flows. ✔️ Supporting teams. ✔️ Handling the operations. But the bigger picture for me is about creating something that lasts beyond my time in the day-to-day. It’s about laying a foundation where others can step up, lead with vision, and carry forward what we’ve built together. My goal isn’t to step back—it’s to empower the next generation, to leave a lasting impact through mentorship, advisory roles, and the principles I’ve instilled. In 10 years, I want to see that legacy continue to grow, shaped by the values and culture I’ve worked so hard to create. #Retirement #GrowthMindset #PersonalGrowth