Other than Anne, Drew says what he loves most about his second act is “that I have a career that matches my temperament and talents. I have a lot of independence and flexibility. My job is largely about the relationships my clients and I forge with each other and the intellectual, creative, and emotional effort that I contribute. Unlike being a lawyer, I’m working largely with clients who are happy to see me.”

Finding Joy in Helping Others Meet Their Fears and Pursue Their Dreams

What makes it the most rewarding, Drew says, is the true joy he finds in help people overcome barriers and accomplish goals that are deeply meaningful to them. “The neat thing is that by hiring me to help them, they’re also helping me do the same,” he adds.

His advice for others looking for a second act? “Explore, pure and simple.”

Eventually what pushed Drew to take the risk was convincing himself that he could make a living in fitness. And, he says the support of his wife Anne convinced him that he could do it.

Words to Inspire

“Staying healthy and gradually feeling good about the idea that it’s OK to not be a lawyer, was a great moment. It’s also been nice to be able to gradually ‘trust the world’ more that there will be people willing to pay for what I provide.”