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Encore Career: What It Is, How It Works, and Its Prevalence

Explore the concept of encore careers, ideal for individuals in their mid-40s seeking fulfilling second careers in sectors like health care, education, and more.

By Kate Civiletta-Kalich

In this guide, we'll learn how to research and select a domain name for a blog focused on encore careers. Encore careers are pursued by individuals in their mid-40s or later, often transitioning into roles that provide personal fulfillment and a sense of purpose. These careers typically focus on sectors like health care, the environment, education, government, and the nonprofit sector. Understanding the concept and its origins, such as the work by Marc Friedman, can provide valuable insights for your blog content.

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I am researching various domain names for a blog about encore careers. This blog will target people in their mid-40s who might be interested in starting an encore career.

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Click on "GoDaddy Domain Name Search"
Step #1: Click on "GoDaddy Domain Name Search"
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Click on "to"
Step #2: Click on "to"
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Click on "GoDaddy Domain Name Search"
Step #3: Click on "GoDaddy Domain Name Search"
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Click on "encorecareer.com/lander"
Step #4: Click on "encorecareer.com/lander"
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Click on "encorecareer.com/lander"
Step #5: Click on "encorecareer.com/lander"
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Click on "Ggood extensions"
Step #6: Click on "Ggood extensions"

I recently learned that "encore careers" refers to people in their mid-40s or later who are interested in changing careers. These new careers typically focus on helping others transition from one type of job to a more service-oriented role.

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Click on "+"
Step #7: Click on "+"
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Type "encore careers + Enter"
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Double-click here
Step #9: Double-click here
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Type " "

I found this definition on Investopedia and am looking for the original author. It explains that during second careers, they provide continued income during retirement.

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Type "investopedia + Enter"

I wouldn't call this retirement; I would say it's an interest in pursuing a second career that is personally fulfilling and gives me a greater sense of purpose. Here is an article titled "Encore Career: What It Is, How It Works, and Its Prevalence." It mentions someone named Mark Friedman, who has written a book about finding meaningful work in the second half of life.

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Click on ":"
Step #12: Click on ":"
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Drag "popularized by author and social entrepreneur Marc Freedman . An encore"
Step #13: Drag "popularized by author and social entrepreneur Marc Freedman . An encore"
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Right-click on "popularized by author and social entrepreneur Marc Freedman"
Step #14: Right-click on "popularized by author and social entrepreneur Marc Freedman"
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Click on "Copy"
Step #15: Click on "Copy"

The five areas of focus for encore careers are health care, the environment, education, government, and the nonprofit sector.