Whether you're newly retired, years into this next chapter, or still planning your exit—you'll find honest conversations about what comes after the career ends and before the credits roll.
The Encore Project exists because retirement isn’t really about golf and grandkids (though those are fine). It’s about figuring out who you are when you’re not what you did. That’s harder than anyone tells you, and you don’t have to figure it out alone.
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Why The Encore Project?
Our Approach
We don’t do ‘silver surfers’ or ‘golden years.’ We talk about the real stuff: identity loss when your business card disappears, relationships that shift when routines change, the strange mix of freedom and aimlessness that nobody mentions in the retirement brochures.
This isn’t about reinventing yourself or finding your passion (though if that happens, great). It’s about being honest about what’s hard, curious about what’s possible, and connected to others who get it.
What You'll Find
- Honest conversations (no corporate speak)
- Practical wisdom (from men who've been there)
- Research-backed insights (when they exist)
- Community connection (you're not alone)
- Zero pressure (choose your path)
QUESTIONS WE HEAR
I'm not actually retired yet. Is this still for me?
I don't feel lost. Should I still be here?
How is this different from AARP or other retirement sites?
We’re not about discounts or senior activities (nothing wrong with those). We focus specifically on the identity, purpose, and relationship questions that surface when a career ends. Think less lifestyle tips, more life navigation.
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What if I'm older than 65? Or younger?
We focus on men 65+, but the conversations matter at any age. If the content resonates, you’re in the right place.
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