Leadership transitions are inevitable, yet rarely discussed with honesty or vulnerability. In this reflective session, Gary Fisher draws from his own recent transition to explore the personal and organizational dimensions of stepping aside. Through candid insights, he examines how leaders recognize when it’s time to go, how to prepare an organization for a new chapter, and what it means to seek purpose and identity beyond one’s role. Blending practical considerations with lived experience, Fisher highlights the challenges many seasoned leaders face: letting go, embracing change, and ensuring the next generation can thrive without lingering shadows. This session offers a thoughtful look at leaving “a year too early rather than a day too late”—and doing it with intention, integrity, and grace.
Learning Objectives:
Identify key indicators that signal when a leader’s departure may benefit both the individual and the organization.
Examine strategies for navigating the emotional, relational, and practical aspects of leadership exit and post career purpose.
