A New Book
by MARC FREEDMAN
Baby boomers are inventing a new stage of work. As their numbers swell, they are transforming work itself – and creating a society that works better for everyone. About the Book >
Baby boomers are inventing a new stage of work. As their numbers swell, they are transforming work itself – and creating a society that works better for everyone. About the Book >
With Sun City, Arizona pioneered the model for “the golden years.” Now the state is pioneering a new model, in which experienced adults use their time and talent for the benefit of the community and themselves. More News & Views >
Some people want an encore career. Others think that’s a pipe dream. The Internet is abuzz with reactions to the MetLife Foundation/Civic Ventures Career Survey. More News & Views >

“Too young to retire, I am seeking work in my passion of natural history, the environment and historical renovation.”
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Marc Freedman, founder of Civic Ventures explains why people are changing the way they think about how they spend the second half of their lives.
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Have you found work that matters in the second half of life? Your experience can make it easier for others seeking encore careers. Tell us about your triumphs and challenges.
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The Encore Community is a place to share your own experiences and connect with others who are working to make encore careers meaningful, flexible and accessible.
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It may be hard to find the perfect encore opportunity, but now it’s easy to look for it. The Encore Career Finder lists thousands of openings at nonprofit, environmental, health care, education, social service and governmental organizations.
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