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What has been my right-of-passage?
What has been my right-of-passage?
From Human Resources to 31 years with Hilton Worldwide as General Manager and Area General Manager, I spent my career building high-achieving teams and mentoring individuals to realize their dream career.
My future retirement looked wonderful - but the reality was far from what I expected. Changing from a fast-paced schedule of financial reviews, sales briefings, meetings and deadlines to zero left me feeling isolated and without a structured routine.
Like many, I found my mental health suffered, and losing several colleagues left me determined that no one should face these challenges alone.
Businesses are keen to train you to undertake a role when you are on the up, but what support is there when you are about to finish your career and be fully prepared for that well-earned retirement?
Over The Horizon is a community project - not financial advice. Just practical, friendly support to design a retirement you actually want to live.
You will find my approach frank and honest shaping a future I'm now living day-to-day and enjoying every minute. This is far from what I thought possible several years ago.
Based in Kenilworth. Free 45-min talk (donations to cover meeting room costs, printing excetra welcomed) on the 16th September at Waverley Day Centre - Kenilworth, 2026. Will be followed by a Founding Pilot for small 6-person group. Cost will £40 for four sessions (normally £120). £20 will be donated to Age UK.
Based in Kenilworth. Free 45-min talk (donations to cover meeting room costs, printing excetra welcomed) on the 16th September at Waverley Day Centre - Kenilworth, 2026. Will be followed by a Founding Pilot for small 6-person group. Cost will £40 for four sessions (normally £120). £20 will be donated to Age UK.
The potential for 1:1 sessions will be discussed.
The potential for 1:1 sessions will be discussed.
Bring a friend - tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
Bring a friend - tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
Over The Horizon 4-Week Programme
Over The Horizon 4-Week Programme
Retirement is a big change, and it helps to have a bit of structure and company while you find your feet. Over four relaxed, small-group sessions (6 people max) we turn that "what now?" feeling into a clear, practical plan.
Held weekly at Waverley, with tea, biscuits and honest conversation.
Week 1: Clearing The View — Where You Are & What Matters
We start by normalising it. Most people are surprised by retirement — the loss of routine, identity, and togetherness. We look at where you are now and what really matters to you going forward. You'll leave with your Energy Audit and Top 5 Values.
Week 2: A Week You Want To Wake Up To
This is the favourite. We design a week you actually look forward to — movement, people, purpose, rest and time for you. Not a rigid timetable, just a simple one-page picture of a good week.
Week 3: Anchors & Crew — Staying Well & Connected
Good weeks only stick with good anchors. We cover two simple daily non-negotiables for wellbeing, and who energises you vs drains you. We also look at how to find the right volunteering or contribution — using three simple tests.
Week 4: Your Horizon Plan
We pull it all together into your one-page Horizon Plan. No big group sharing unless you want to — you share in pairs. You leave with a plan you can put on the fridge, plus ideas for keeping it alive.
What’s included: Workbook, all materials, venue.
Cost: £40 for the 4 weeks — £20 covers venue, printing and materials, and I personally donate £20 to Age UK to support older people in our community.
Small, confidential, local — and no PowerPoint.
5 surprises about retirement no one warns you about:
1. The Routine Cliff
2. The Identity Echo
3. The Togetherness Squeeze
4. The Purpose Gap
5. The Wellbeing Wobble
Which one you? Come along to the next free talk on the 16th September 2026 at Waverley Day Centre, 65 Waverley Road, CV8 1JL — I'll share what actually helps! Please, if you intend coming, message me by email or telephone so that I can reserve your free space.
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