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After the Exit: Identity, Purpose, and the Myth of Balance

May 22, 2026 30 min ExitsLeadership

A conversation on identity, purpose, and life transitions after stepping away from a high-powered career or successful exit.

LinkedIn Live with Bruce Eckfeldt: After the Exit: Identity, Purpose, and the Myth of Balance
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What the panel covered, and the ideas worth bringing back to your leadership team.

The conversation explored the often unspoken realities of identity loss, shifting purpose, and the rebalancing of life beyond work. The panel challenged the idea of “work-life balance” and introduced a more nuanced view of harmony across life stages.

The discussion also surfaced unique dynamics experienced by women navigating post-exit transitions. It considered what comes next and why it can be harder than expected.

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