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From Corporate to Startup

Navigate the unique challenges of changing careers after 40, leveraging your experience as an advantage.

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Robert Chen

Career Transition Specialist

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The Case for Reinvention

Mid-career is actually an ideal time for reinvention—you have experience, resources, and clarity that younger workers lack.

Why Mid-Career Change Works

  • You know what you want (and don't want)
  • You have transferable skills and expertise
  • You have professional networks to leverage
  • You may have financial cushion for transition

Common Motivations

  • Seeking more meaning or purpose
  • Escaping burnout or toxic environments
  • Pursuing a long-delayed passion
  • Adapting to industry disruption
  • Wanting better work-life balance

About the Author

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Robert Chen

Career Transition Specialist

Robert made his own career pivot at 45 and now helps mid-career professionals navigate similar transitions.

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