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Boomers (and Pre-Boomers!), What Do You Think About Encore Careers?

Given the dramatic revolution in aging and career transitions inspired by the current wave of professionals in their 40s and beyond, the traditional notion of retirement in the United States is exiting stage left. The group Civic Ventures wants to hear what you think the new era of the “Encore Career” will look like.

Civic Ventures, a nonprofit think tank and an incubator, aims to help society achieve the greatest possible return on experience. They recently launched a research project focused on issues and opportunities in the workplace facing adults in the second half of life. If you identify as one of those adults, you might want to share your thoughts in an online survey. The survey, which will be up through this Sunday, April 6th, only takes about 15 minutes to complete. Through this research, Civic Ventures hopes to deepen their understanding of baby boomers' and pre-boomers' interest in work at the intersection of continued income and contribution to the common good. Click here to share your thoughts.

Do you know someone whose Encore Career is particularly inspiring? How about organizations or groups that are connecting the Baby Boomer generation to resources and opportunities? Leave a comment below!