Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business 891: A SUCCESSFUL retirement (and managing life transitions for high-achievers) w/ Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons
What happens when a high-powered attorney shifts gears to focus on retirement planning for high achievers? Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons, the founder of Encoraco, joins us to share her incredible journey. In this episode you'll gain invaluable insights on the emotional and psychological complexities of stepping away from an intense career, particularly one filled with high achievement and purpose. Elizabeth's personal experiences illuminate the importance of preparing mentally as well as financially for this major life transition.
We dive into the critical aspects of structural planning beyond mere financial considerations. Elizabeth and our host Brian Lofrumento explore the deep connections between professional identity and feelings of loss, and how new life structures and routines can provide the stability you need when moving out of your comfort zone. We'll challenge traditional notions of retirement and advocate for continued engagement in meaningful activities that keep you fulfilled.
Discover how to identify your true passions and manage your time effectively in retirement. Elizabeth offers practical advice on recognizing the themes that make your work fulfilling and integrating these passions into your daily life. This episode is packed with wisdom and actionable tips for entrepreneurs and high achievers seeking intentionality and fulfillment in their next big life transition. Tune in and transform your retirement outlook with expert guidance from Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons.
ABOUT ELIZABETH
Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons is the founder of Encoraco, a coaching and consulting company that focuses on helping high-achieving entrepreneurs, professionals, and executives design a plan for their lives when they "retire" from their current endeavors. Elizabeth and her team have guided hundreds of founders, lawyers, doctors, and executives as they prepare for and navigate retiring from an intense career. Her first book, "Encore: A High Achiever's Guide to Thriving in Retirement" will be released in September. Elizabeth is also a lawyer, speaker, and consultant.
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