The Next Phase

The Next Phase is designed to assist older employees to reflect on and plan how they will manage the latter part of their career.

The Next Phase incorporates a series of information sessions and facilitated discussions, as well as an opportunity for each participant to discuss their unique circumstances with a consultant. Topics covered include:

• The unique contribution of older workers – the value of wisdom and experience
• Current economic realities and workplace expectations – sorting the facts from the rumours
• Redefining retirement – the blurred boundary at the end of our working lives
• Policies and opportunities for a different worklife balance
• Sorting out the practicalities – financial and lifestyle considerations
• Negotiation and compromise – making it happen so everyone wins

The Next Phase consists of three integrated program elements. There are five discussion sessions; two information sessions, which include information on your organisation’s HR policies and information about financial considerations relevant to retirement; and also a one-on-one session with a facilitator, during which each participant can discuss their personal issues and circumstances.

The program is designed to provide participants with information and skills to enable them to:

• Make sound decisions about the kind of transition to retirement that will best suit them
• Ensure their contributions continue to be valued and sought after as long as they remain at work
• Identify and negotiate opportunities to facilitate their desired transition