CJ Karrer
Writer · Reviewed by Richard ChanUpdated Jun 12, 2026
1 min read
Transitioning between careers or retiring early may require you to secure health coverage through the Affordable Care Act marketplace until you become eligible for Medicare at age 65.
Losing employer-sponsored health insurance triggers a Special Enrollment Period, allowing you to enroll in Medicare Part B without penalty.
COBRA continuation coverage is generally not considered creditable coverage for delaying Medicare Part B enrollment.
Whether you're shifting careers or stepping into a new role, having to reinvent your personal story can trigger sweaty palms and a racing heart. But you don't have to let nerves steal the spotlight. Simple techniques—like a strategic pause to regulate your breathing—can immediately help you feel centered. According to Shelley Goldstein and Mark Bossert, founders of Remarkable Speaking, focusing less on getting the exact words right and more on how you make people feel is the true secret to delivering a mic-drop narrative.