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A fashion designer smiling outside. Next Avenue, Nancy Volpe-Beringer

Fashion Designer Is Breaking Barriers and Pursuing Her Dream

At 68, Nancy Volpe Beringer has found her purpose and is gaining attention (including on 'Project Runway') for her clothing designs for people with disabilities
August 23, 2023
Actors together on stage. Next Avenue, theater, acting

Acting Let Me Step Outside My Comfort Zone

In my 60s, I realized a lifelong dream to pursue my passion wasn't out of reach after all
June 21, 2023
A man standing with several college students. Next Avenue

Thanks for Firing Me

Why losing my dream job was the best thing that ever happened to me
June 1, 2023
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A man sitting and eating at a picnic table. Next Avenue

Lessons from a Fish Sauce Entrepreneur

At an age when most people are preparing to retire, this former refugee is hard at work on launching his third career
April 27, 2023
An older woman taking an online class. Next Avenue, continuing education, career change

Think You Are Too Old to Start Over?

Whether it's going back to school, or entering a new field, don't underestimate what you will bring to the role — and what you'll learn
November 25, 2022
A small business owner who is in his 50s standing confidently inside his shop. Next Avenue, getting a job in your 50s

How to Take Control of Your Career After 50

Advice from expert Kerry Hannon, who has just published a book on this
April 27, 2022
A husband and wife wearing formal attire and smiling. Next Avenue, bereavement, grief, widow

After Widowhood Comes a Second Act with Purpose

What I learned after my husband’s death helped me build a business to help others handle their own myriad of tasks
March 7, 2022
A woman standing in front of a shelf filled with picture books. Next Avenue

Picture Books Tell the Story for Three Second-Act Writers

For each of these women, writing for children has become a labor of love
January 31, 2022
Close up photo of a book. Next Avenue, second career, writer

My Second Act: Bestselling Novelist

If you'd like to write novels for your second act, here's what to know
October 7, 2021
Sibe-by-side photos of two voice artists. Next Avenue, voice artist

So, You Want to Be a Voice Artist

How to get started, what it will cost and the fun you could have
October 5, 2021
A row of assisted living homes on a sunny day. Next Avenue, senior living, independent living

Why I'm Getting My Master's in Senior Living at 25

The senior living industry is ripe for new ideas and an evolution
September 23, 2021
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