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> Is there any data on this?

The only data that would be relevant to you is whether or not you can do it. And the most relevant fact to consider is whether or not you want to do it.

Have you fulfilled your professional purpose or not? If so, enjoy your retirement. If not, keep going.

You don't mention this option, but if the kind of work that running a company requires doesn't appeal to you, joining another company might be a path. You could also hire a CEO and become an employee of your own company.



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