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Course Description

Whether you are facing a new phase in your life, changing careers, or retiring, transitions can be both exciting and overwhelming. This workshop will empower you to reflect, dream, plan and act — no matter your starting point. Leveraging research-backed tools, real-life inspiration and actionable deliverables, you'll be able to step confidently toward a future of your own design.

This course is intended for those exploring and preparing for potential career changes, life transitions, or retirement to boost happiness, purpose, and sense of accomplishment.


Life Transitions
Prepare for what a new season will bring

Career Changes
Navigate the road map to your next step

Retirement
Discover whether a second career or a shift to retirement makes sense for you

Creative Pursuits
Explore hobbies, interests, and new ways to spend your free time

Course Outline


The course includes two sessions, one week apart.

Session 1:

  • Introduction & Grounding
  • Phase 1: Assess Where You Are
  • Phase 2: Wonder, Envision What You Want, Let Go of What’s Not Important
  • Phase 3: Discover or Rediscover Possibilities & Next Steps

Session 2:

  • Phase 4: Overcome Barriers, Procrastination, Fears & Negative Self-Talk
  • Phase 5: Create Your Plan
  • Phase 6: Commit and Make Progress

Learner Outcomes


Come away from the course with your personalized:

  • Wheel of Life Assessment
  • Ladder of Accountability
  • Ikigai Diagram (purpose or why)
  • Life Map
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Section Title
Unlock Your Next Phase: Life, Career or Retirement Transitions
Type
Live Sessions
Days
W
Time
6:30PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Oct 08, 2025 to Oct 15, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
3.0
Location
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $69.00
Instructors
Section Notes
Students will interact with instructors and other students through Zoom and SMU's Learning Management System (Canvas). To maximize classroom instruction and your learning experience, we encourage the use of video and audio devices during the Zoom meeting, if available.

 

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