Jay Samit — Press Kit


The Second Act Advantage

Monetize Your Wisdom, Master Longevity, and Build an Unforgettable Legacy

The first book ever to come with a free AI companion app. Available now on Amazon.

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The Research Behind the Book

51%
Higher mortality risk for early retirees vs. those who stay purposefully engaged
25–30
Years of vibrant post-career life available to those reaching 60 today
28
Healthy years that can be added through science-backed lifestyle changes
12
Languages Jay’s previous books have been published in worldwide

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Editorial Reviews

“The Second Act Advantage shows that the real secret to healthspan is purpose. Pulling from the latest research studies, Jay shows that purpose and reinvention are as vital to healthy longevity as diet or exercise. An inspiring guide to thriving in your second act, it’s a powerful reminder that your greatest impact, and your happiest, healthiest days, can begin right now.”

Daniel Kraft MD — Chair of Medicine, Singularity University & Chair, XPRIZE Health Alliance

“The Second Act Advantage is a timely delight, packed with practical tools for applying the accumulated wisdom and experience of aging populations everywhere. Jay Samit makes the case for deploying this mature demographic for the common good. Samit has crafted a comprehensive, accessible, and inspiring blueprint, one that complements the growing global evidence base on healthy aging and the work of such bodies as the World Health Organization.”

Gabriella Stern — Retired Director of Communications, World Health Organization

“A bold call to action: turn your experience into impact, your energy into momentum, and your later years into your masterpiece. If you think reinvention is for the young, this book will change your mind.”

Tim Sanders — New York Times Bestselling Author, Love is the Killer App

“A masterclass in reinvention. Jay Samit has written the definitive guide to transforming experience into impact — an empowering roadmap for anyone determined to live with purpose, prosperity, and vitality. This is not just a book about success; it’s a call to rediscover relevance, joy, and possibility in every season of life.”

Andrew Regal — Former Global Head of Video, Wall Street Journal

What the Press Says About Jay Samit

Wired
“The coolest job in the industry”
Wall Street Journal
“At the forefront of global trends for over three decades”
Variety
“Guru for the entire industry”
Forbes
“Broke critical ground by acknowledging the power of digital”
New York Times
“An outsider with experience untangling technological and legal knots”
The Economist
“Has worked on both sides of the digital divide”
Fast Company
“At the helm of many digital watersheds”
HuffPost
“Consummate Dealmaker, World Expert on Disruption and Innovation”
Economic Times
“The godfather of Siliwood — the intersection of Silicon Valley and Hollywood”

About Jay Samit

Jay Samit is an international bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and former Independent Vice Chairman of Deloitte Digital. Described by Wired as having “the coolest job in the industry,” he has pioneered breakthrough technologies used by billions of consumers and helped grow companies like LinkedIn, Sony, and Universal Studios.

His previous books, Disrupt You! and Future Proofing You, have been published in twelve languages. A sought-after keynote speaker and USC adjunct professor, Samit has advised Fortune 500 companies and raised hundreds of millions for startups. He writes regularly for Wired, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and Fortune.

LinkedIn
Sony
Universal Studios
Deloitte Digital
USC
White House
Fortune 500 Advisor

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