Retirement Time
Could we actually get smarter as we age? Let’s begin by challenging the traditional perspective of intelligence in old age, while keeping in mind that intelligence and smartness aren’t the same thing. Having an average IQ is not the same as having an average level of decision-making ability. Conventional thinking might hold that when … Read more
The benefits to taking up tech skills during retirement are plentiful. The ability to stay connected with family and friends, for instance, is invaluable. A quick video chat to say hello to an old friend, or sharing a humorous meme with a grandchild, is an excellent way to maintain relationships. However, before you embark … Read more
How to start a successful Etsy business? Well, a thriving Etsy operation, handmade or vintage, is part of the big yard sale of awesome things. Etsy is all about user-friendliness and community, so Etsy is a great place for an internet shopper novice to start. Etsy is the place for the small artists, the … Read more
Many seniors like to do something that they are already passionate about and can also help to bring in extra income. Have you thought about turning a hobby that you’re interested in into a business to make some extra money? There are certain hobbies that make for profitable businesses if you are … Read more
Not only is there no shortage of available jobs for retired professionals, but retirement does not signal a full withdrawal from the job market. In fact, retirees might find the job market to be a vibrant space teeming with possibilities to discover. And no, it’s not only jobs similar to the ones … Read more
You don’t have to leave work behind in order to stay engaged, but it can make finding work-from-home jobs for retirees significantly easier. There are actually plenty of work-from-home options for retirees that fit their expertise. Being a consultant, or offering freelance service in your area of expertise, can be one of the best retiree … Read more
Residual income or passive income is an income stream that continues to be earned with little or no effort. It is revenue received on a regular basis for work you had done in the past, in contrast to earned income, which is generally a paycheck you must trade time for. There are several … Read more
First things first, you’ll need to ask yourself a few questions before you jump head first into starting your online business. Are you in it for the money? Or are you more interested in the challenges and fulfillment of finding a business that you really enjoy doing? Many seniors would just like to use their … Read more
Age comes with its good parts as well as its bad. We’ve spent enough time on earth to have accumulated a lot of knowledge and hopefully a little wisdom. While we’ve lost some of our youthful vitality, we’ve gained some experience and, more importantly, wisdom to help us view our new surroundings. Some of you … Read more
It’s a very good bet that one of the first steps to reducing or quitting drinking is asking yourself “why do I drink”. Maybe you’ve fallen into the habit of a nightly drink, or maybe it’s all about belonging. Knowing your reason for drinking can give you somewhere to start when trying to make changes. … Read more