David Abend

About David Abend

I am on a mission to help people over 50 make decisions to avoid deathbed regrets (DBRs). I do this in three ways:1⃣ Certified Life/Career/Pivot/Retirement CoachI coach people in transition who don’t want to end up on their deathbed wondering “What if?” My approach examines the way you make decisions to help you conquer the obstacles that get in your way. As your coach, I can help you: Escape a soul-sucking job and embark on an authentic new career path Transition smoothly from a full-time career into semi-retirement Transform a life-long hobby into a fulfilling retirement business venture Discover your true purpose and find ways to fulfill it in your day-to-day life2⃣ Founder and Editor-In-Chief of online magazine, The BucketIn addition to being a Certified Life Coach, I am the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the online magazine, The Bucket. The magazine features hundreds of articles and interviews that help people make choices to reduce or eliminate deathbed regrets. I also write a blog for the magazine and host a podcast with a wide range of thought-leaders to try to get at the core of how to make the most out of your time on this planet.3⃣ Personal Branding, Resume writing and LinkedIn Profile expertWith over 40 years of experience in advertising and branding, I’ve mastered the art of crafting stories that connect and resonate. Today, I use that expertise to help individuals build personal brands that set them apart and open doors to new opportunities. Whether you’re pivoting careers, seeking a promotion, or simply refining how the world sees you, I’ll help you articulate your unique value and position yourself with confidence. Here\'s how I can help you stand out: Crafting a LinkedIn profile that uses all the tricks to get you found by employers Writing and refining resumes that present your experience and story in an impactful way that gets past the ATS screening gauntlet. Building a Career Pivot Strategy: Leverage your skills and passions to chart a new path that aligns with your aspirations. Positioning yourself with confidence: Develop a personal brand that exudes clarity, trust, and authenticity to attract the opportunities you deserve.

Experience

1. Career Coach

   Retirementjobs.Com, Inc

   Nov 2024 — Present

   I help people 50+ pivot from one career to another or transition into retirement. I am also a Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE) and assist people in personal branding and job searching.

Education

• Middlebury College

  BA, Sociology

Skills

• Corporate Communications
• SEO
• Marketing Communications
• Online Marketing
• Creative Direction
• Digital Strategy
• Brand Development
• Advertising
• Integrated Marketing
• Crm
• Direct Marketing
• Marketing
• Concept Development
• Trade Shows
• Social Media Marketing
• Mating Habits of Migratory Smart Phones
• Copywriting
• Email Marketing
• Creative Strategy
• Sales
• Online Advertising
• Brand Awareness
• Outdoor Advertising
• Marketing Research
• Graphic Design
• Interactive Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Social Media