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'A vital book, whose importance will only grow as longer, less linear careers become more and more the norm. I wholeheartedly recommend it to all who have a genuine interest in supporting adults throughout the length of their career journey.' Dr Oliver Jenkin PGCE RCDP, NICEC Fellow. CDI Senior Professional Development and Standards Manager, and Editor of the CDI's magazine, Career Matters. Career professionals face growing challenges when supporting older clients through career transitions. Career and professional growth evolve dramatically from midlife onward, with distinct considerations at each stage. Drawing from research and real-world experience, this book addresses the complex challenges professionals face in midlife transitions and the profound shift into retirement. It explores how clients can leverage decades of experience, adapt to evolving industries, and navigate age-related perceptions, all while finding meaning beyond traditional work life. Readers will discover practical strategies to support older clients through these transitions. The accessible, coaching-focused tone will guide professionals through helping clients identify transferable skills, implement personal branding, and networking. There are also deeper insights into managing identity shifts and discovering new purpose. Each chapter offers actionable advice and inspirational stories, helping clients transform professional experience into new opportunities. This guide offers: Specialised assessment tools: tailored instruments designed to address the unique challenges of midlife career transitions and retirement planning. In-depth case studies: real-world examples from diverse industries, illustrating practical applications of coaching strategies. Practical coaching tools: ready-to-use session plans, conversation guides and structured models to help coaches navigate both the practical and emotional aspects of later-life career transitions. Addressing both the practical and psychological dimensions of coaching midlife clients through career transitions and retirement planning, this guide empowers career professionals to help clients embrace their next chapter with confidence and clarity.

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