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Redefining success: How Derek Nowicki \u201990 found fresh purpose through Career Resources<\/h1>\n

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“What these programs did for me,\u201d Derek explained, \u201cwas reawaken the mindset I had back in school. That sense that the world is full of possibilities. It wasn\u2019t just about making a career pivot\u2014it was about reimagining what\u2019s possible at any stage of life.”<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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For many professionals in their 50s, making a career change\u2014or even considering one\u2014can feel daunting. After decades of experience, well-worn routines, and the weight of expectations, pivoting or reimagining one\u2019s path often seems out of reach. But for Derek Nowicki \u201990<\/strong>, the decision to connect with the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½\u2019s alumni career programs wasn\u2019t just a helpful step\u2014it was a catalyst for renewed energy, curiosity, and possibility.<\/p>\n

\u201cI wasn\u2019t necessarily unhappy with my work,\u201d Derek recalls. \u201cBut I knew I needed something to change. I had this strong sense that there was more I could do, or do differently\u2014but I didn\u2019t know what that looked like.\u201d[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

A serendipitous start<\/h3>\n

Derek\u2019s reengagement with the University happened organically. As he helped plan his upcoming class Reunion<\/a>, a conversation led to an introduction to Michelle Cavalcanti<\/a> from the University\u2019s alumni career services\u2014and the start of something transformative.<\/p>\n

\u201cI didn\u2019t go in with a clear plan,\u201d he says. \u201cI just knew I needed to take a step back and reassess. What had I done? What did I still want to do? Where could I go from here?\u201d<\/p>\n

Through personalized coaching, Derek began attending virtual workshops on leveraging transferable skills, refining personal branding, and creating a vision-driven career identity. These sessions didn\u2019t give him a linear path\u2014they gave him something more powerful: a fresh perspective.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Reframing the narrative<\/h3>\n

Rather than abandoning his 20+ year career in New York real estate, Derek began to reimagine how he could do the work differently. Through conversations within the Rochester network, he didn\u2019t throw everything out\u2014he rediscovered the parts of his career that aligned with his passions and values and let go of the ones that didn\u2019t.<\/p>\n

\u201cI shifted how I approached my work. I let go of some old routines, infused more fun, and began exploring other opportunities simultaneously. And interestingly, everything started to flow better.\u201d<\/p>\n

Instead of chasing certainty, Derek chose exploration. And what he found was not a single outcome, but a \u201ccornucopia of possibilities.\u201d[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The power of community<\/h3>\n

One of the most energizing aspects of Derek\u2019s journey has been the support of the alumni network. He connected with several alumni, each of whom responded enthusiastically\u2014many scheduling Zoom calls within hours of the introduction.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe conversations were real. Thoughtful. And none of them were under an hour,\u201d he laughs. \u201cWhat that showed me is that Rochester alumni genuinely care. They want to give back. They want to help.\u201d<\/p>\n

From practical advice about exploring new cities to conversations about career transitions, these connections reaffirmed for Derek just how strong and giving the Rochester community is\u2014even decades after graduation.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Reawakening curiosity and confidence<\/h3>\n

Derek describes his experience with the career resources as \u201ca rejuvenation of spirit.\u201d He found himself more curious, more engaged, and more open to life than he had been in years. What began as a search for career clarity turned into a broader transformation.<\/p>\n

\u201cChange doesn\u2019t have to be all or nothing,\u201d he says. \u201cYou can pivot without burning down everything you\u2019ve built. Sometimes, you just need to shift your mindset\u2014and the way you show up in your work.\u201d<\/p>\n

He remains active in real estate, but now approaches his work with renewed creativity and possibility. And he’s continuing to explore what else might be on the horizon.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

A message to fellow alumni<\/h3>\n

For other alumni\u2014especially those in mid-career\u2014Derek offers this advice:<\/p>\n

\u201cYou\u2019re not too old to learn something new. You\u2019re not too far along to change course. You\u2019re not locked into anything unless you decide you are.\u201d<\/p>\n

He urges others to start small: reach out to a classmate, attend a webinar, or connect with the career center.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe University didn\u2019t stop supporting us when we graduated,\u201d he says. \u201cThey are still here\u2014and the door is wide open.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” background_color=”#e9e5d7″ css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Ready to See What\u2019s Next?<\/h3>\n

Whether you\u2019re considering a pivot, seeking fresh energy in your current role, or simply curious about what else might be possible, the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½\u2019s alumni career programs are here to help.<\/p>\n

Explore alumni career services<\/a> and begin your next chapter.<\/p>\n

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\u2014 Mary Burke<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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