Welcome from Craig Nathanson

I'm Craig Nathanson and I am so glad you stopped by to visit thevocationalcoach.com.

I spent 25 years in corporate America, 11 years in doctoral research and along the way faced my fair share of personal crisis's and challenges, which came with both mid-life and vocational change.

I want you to know that I believe that your middle years and beyond can be the best one's yet- It's up to you now to re-assess where your work life is at? Do you feel full of energy and fulfillment about what you do? Is Monday your best day of the week?

I have found that much of society expects those at mid-life to slow down, retire or wait for death. Many organizations ignore the developmental needs of those in mid-life, continuing to focus on productivity, pay and efficiency. In mid-life, those things take second fiddle to meaning and fulfillment, something you'll never find at the top of the list for these organizations. You are ready to live not retire or die in mid-life. Contrary to popular belief, you are ready and willing to learn more, experience more and do more of what's important to you.

Don't be afraid to admit what you want and to more towards it. I did it and I know you can do it too. It's not easy and it's hard work. I know mid-life can be a really challenging time. Family, relationship, career and finances all compete for attention.

You'll encounter negative feedback from others, lack of support and challenges along the way. With focus, passion and a commitment to gain more of what you want in your vocational life, you can achieve this. Forget the myths of society on mid-life.

You can change this myth for yourself. You can take charge of the second half of your life now.

First, you must imagine and think through what would a perfect vocational day be for you?

In my research I have discovered that many people just like you are better able to deal with life's challenges once they discover and actually follow what is important to them.

It's not easy but it's a journey well worth it.

My aim with thevocationalcoach.com is to provide you on-going tools, research, ideas, support and stories of other people just like you who faced and overcame these challenges.

I'll be here for you cheering you on from the sidelines,

Regards

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