From Jedi to CEO: Mark Hamill on Navigating Executive Career Transitions | STRATA Originals

While he may not wield a lightsaber, this Mark Hamill is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to guiding executives through the next chapter of their leadership journey! Mark Hamill, founder of The Naked Headhunter, Virtual Advisory Board, and MyFractional, joins Alan McLaren to break down how high-level executives can navigate life after the C-suite - and find new purpose, relevance, and opportunity. With a global team of expert search professionals and advisors, Mark’s companies are on track to help over 1,000 of the world’s most passionate entrepreneurs make the No. 1 hire they need to achieve their vision. A 15-year active YPO member, Mark brings unmatched insight into the transition from operator to advisor - and what it really takes to build a meaningful portfolio career in today’s fast-moving world. In this episode we explore: ➡️ Why loneliness is the #1 challenge for CEOs in transition ➡️ The truth about search firms — and where real opportunities come from ➡️ How fractional roles bring back the “cut and thrust” of leadership ➡️ Why clarity comes from 75+ strategic conversations ➡️ How to own your story (even if you're terrible at telling it) ➡️ Why personal branding isn’t a luxury—it’s your lifeline ➡️ AI, authenticity, and the future of learning as a leader ➡️ The mindset shift from “what’s next?” to “where can I add value?” Whether you're in a transition, building a board portfolio, or simply redefining what leadership looks like today - this is a must-listen conversation. 🔗 Connect with Mark Hamill: 🌐 https://www.thenakedheadhunter.com 📧 [email protected] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhamill/