Explore, Launch, Advance 006

Learn what you can expect prior to or during a time of transition considering what's next from one who lived it. In this episode Mark talks about the transition from a long career to the next chapter of life, your encore life. He discusses the mix of emotions that comes with this transition along with strategies to move forward.

Mark Ross is owner of Next Thing Group, which helps midlife professionals transition into a new season of life and work.  He specializes in serving those who want to explore, launch or advance their Encore Career so they can enjoy the time freedom to pursue what matters most in their second half. Prior to this, Mark served in progressive leadership roles during his 30 year career with the City of Houston, culminating as the Assistant Parks and Recreation Director.  During his tenure he influenced and helped orchestrate the expansion and improvement ofthe developmental and operational systems to deliver services for the City of Houston’s park system. In his earlier career as an entrepreneur, Mark established a niche business to serve the architectural design market by providing custom design and fabrication of interior and exterior furnishings. He is a native Houstonian, holds an MBA from Texas Woman’s University, a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture from Texas A&M University and is a registered Landscape Architect in Texas. He is also a certified Professional Life and Leadership Coach from the Professional Christian Coaching Institute and credentialed with the International Coaching Federation. 

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