TIME FOR AN ENCORE

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The humble community college is turning out to be one of the best resources for older adults seeking new directions – and new jobs – in later life.

The Wall Street Journal

You may not realize it, but you’re playing a role in one of the most significant trends of the 21st century. You’re helping to invent a new stage of work.

You’re moving beyond midlife careers yet refusing to fade out or fade away. You’re searching for a calling in the second half of life, crafting encore careers that combine not only continued income but the promise of more meaning – and the chance to do work that means something beyond yourself. You’re headed for an encore.

Learn more about encore careers
Check out research on emerging encore careers
Find out more about Encore.org

Michael decided to give back and now manages human resources for the Girls Scouts. More >

After a career in marketing Gina became an Encore Fellow and figured out her next steps. More >

Julie earned her teaching credential in a fast-track community college program. More >

WHAT'S AN ENCORE CAREER?

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This quick video provides an
explanation that’s toe-tapping fun.

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THE BIG SHIFT

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The New York Times calls The Big Shift: Navigating the
New Stage Beyond MIdlife by Encore.org founder
and CEO Marc Freedman “an imaginative work with
the potential to affect our individual lives and
our collective future.”

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