Eight weekly live sessions
Live sessions with Anne van Leynseele, working through the Preferment book chapter by chapter.
The 8-week course
The Preferment 8-week course: what to expect
Last updated: November 2026Published by Rarified Life
The Preferment course is an 8-week live program in which Anne van Leynseele guides you through her book, Preferment, one chapter and one live session at a time.
Offered by Rarified Life, the course turns the Preferment framework into a weekly practice: eight live sessions, the book as your workbook, and homework between sessions. It is built for driven people approaching or in retirement who want to redesign life after work around values and purpose rather than drift.
Part of our retirement lifestyle planning guide.
How much does the Preferment 8-week course cost?
As of November 2026, the course page on rarifiedlife.com lists the course at $6,000.00. The course description on that same page states an investment of $3,000 for eight weekly live sessions with Anne, the book, and the guided homework. Because both figures appear, confirm the current price at checkout before enrolling.
Do I need to know what I want before I start?
No. The course page says you do not need a five-year plan, you just need a room to start figuring it out in. The first module begins with where you are right now, and the last asks you to name your mission.
Module 1: Introduction
Where you are right now, and why the old model of retirement was never built for someone like you.
Module 2: Identity
Separating who you are from what you did for a living.
Module 3: Motivation
Finding what actually moves you, now that a paycheck is not the reason.
Module 4: Alignment
Matching your values and strengths to how you will actually spend your days.
Module 5: Accountability
Building the structure that turns intention into a lived routine.
Module 6: Launch
Naming your mission for this next chapter, and stepping into it.
What is included in the Preferment course
The Preferment book
Your companion text and workbook for the course, written by Anne van Leynseele.
Homework built into the book
Real exercises done between sessions, described by Rarified Life as not busywork.
A structured path
Each week builds on the last, so the course works as a sequence rather than a pep talk.
The course by the numbers
Numbers
Preferment course facts, as of November 2026
- 8 weeks of live instruction
- 8 weekly live sessions with Anne van Leynseele
- 6 modules: Introduction, Identity, Motivation, Alignment, Accountability, Launch
- 1 book, Preferment, used as companion text and workbook
- $6,000.00 listed price; $3,000 stated in the course description
| Criterion | Preferment 8-week course | Reading a book on your own |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | Set: one chapter per week for eight weeks | Your own pace |
| Live guidance | Eight live sessions with the author | None |
| Homework | Built into the book, brought to each session | Optional |
| Accountability | Weekly sessions plus an Accountability module | Self-imposed |
Is the Preferment course right for you?
A good fit if
- You are approaching or in retirement and your identity has been tied to your work
- You want a structured path with a set weekly rhythm
- You value working live with the author of the framework
- You are willing to do homework between sessions
Consider another option if
- You mainly need help with savings, income, or investments; a licensed financial planner fits better
- You want private one-to-one coaching now; Rarified Life lists 1:1 coaching as coming soon
- You prefer reading alone at your own pace without live sessions
Where to enroll
Enrollment happens on the Rarified Life website, not on this guide. When you are ready, visit the Preferment course page on rarifiedlife.com. If you have not yet read how the framework works, start with what Preferment is.
Common questions
How long is the Preferment course?
The Preferment course runs for eight weeks, with one live session each week. Each week builds on the last, and you complete homework from the book between sessions. Rarified Life describes it as a structured path rather than a self-help pep talk, so the eight weeks are designed to be worked through in order.
More answers in the FAQAre the Preferment sessions live or recorded?
The sessions are live. The course includes eight weekly live sessions with Anne van Leynseele, working through the Preferment book chapter by chapter. The course page does not say whether recordings are provided, so if you may miss a week, confirm the recording policy on the course page at rarifiedlife.com before enrolling.
More answers in the FAQWhat is included in the 8-week Preferment course?
The course includes eight weekly live sessions with Anne van Leynseele, the Preferment book as your companion text and workbook, homework built into the book, and a structured path in which each week builds on the last. The content is organized into six modules: Introduction, Identity, Motivation, Alignment, Accountability, and Launch.
More answers in the FAQHow much does the Preferment course cost?
As of November 2026, the course page on rarifiedlife.com lists the course at $6,000.00, while the course description on the same page states an investment of $3,000 for the eight live sessions, the book, and the guided homework. Because the page shows both figures, confirm the current price at checkout before you enroll.
More answers in the FAQHow much homework is in the Preferment course?
Homework is built into the Preferment book and done between the weekly sessions. Rarified Life describes it as real exercises, not busywork. The course page does not give a weekly time estimate, so plan a few unhurried hours each week and check the course page if you need a firmer number.
More answers in the FAQCan I start Preferment while I am still working?
Yes. Rarified Life says you can start even if your last day at work is still years away, and without waiting for retirement day. Starting early gives you time to separate your identity from your job title and test new activities before your schedule suddenly opens up.
More answers in the FAQIs Preferment only for women?
No. The course page speaks to driven people in general. Rarified Life does offer a free presentation aimed specifically at accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement, which describes a 5-step plan. The framework itself is presented for high achievers approaching or in retirement.
More answers in the FAQWhere do I sign up for the Preferment course?
Enrollment happens on the Preferment course page at rarifiedlife.com, where the course is listed as Preferment, Anne van Leynseele's Live Course for Life After Career. This guide does not handle enrollment. We suggest reading the framework explanation first, then visiting the course page once you know the approach suits you.
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